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Holyhead to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Holyhead to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €12.72, with average prices for this route around €15.20.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:21 2 hours 57 minutes, Changes required Holyhead	07:18 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
04:45 2 hours 58 minutes, Changes required Holyhead	07:43 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
04:59 2 hours 51 minutes, Direct Holyhead	07:50 Manchester Oxford Road	Find Tickets
05:27 2 hours 51 minutes, Changes required Holyhead	08:18 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
05:27 3 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Holyhead	08:50 Manchester Oxford Road	Find Tickets
05:48 2 hours 57 minutes, Changes required Holyhead	08:45 Paris	Find Tickets

Holyhead to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

04:21

Last train

20:32

Departure station

Holyhead

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2 hours 40 minutes

Distance

161 km

Price

€12.72*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Holyhead to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Holyhead to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Holyhead to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Holyhead to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Holyhead to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Holyhead to Manchester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Holyhead to Manchester Train prices and times

Holyhead to Manchester Train Route Details