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Compare 2 ways to travel from Holyhead to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 389, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 357 - R 1 653 | Average duration4h 3m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 389 - R 389 | Average duration3h 30m | 9kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Holyhead to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Holyhead to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Holyhead to Birmingham start from R 357. The average price for this train route is around R 1 263. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Holyhead to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Holyhead to Birmingham is 4h 3m, covering a distance of 206 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 3m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Holyhead to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Holyhead to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Holyhead to Birmingham departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 19:48.
Which is the best train operator from Holyhead to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Holyhead to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Holyhead to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Holyhead to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Holyhead to Birmingham was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 089To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Holyhead to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 089 to R 1 579 for a train ticket from Holyhead to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 089, which is on 2025-12-12.
