Holyhead railway station

Address and directions

Holyhead station
Station Approach
London Road
Holyhead
Anglesey
LL65 2BT

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Ticket office opening hours

Monday: 06:10 to 19:10
Tuesday: 06:10 to 19:10
Wednesday: 06:10 to 19:10
Thursday: 06:10 to 19:10
Friday: 06:10 to 19:10
Saturday: 06:10 to 19:10
Sunday: 10:30 to 17:00

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Station message

No ferry sailings

Due to recent storm damage, there are currently no ferry sailings between Holyhead - Dublin until at least 27 December. Please check before you travel.

Station facilities

Parking
Shops
Ticket machine
Ticket office
Toilets
Wifi

This is automated information from www.NationalRailEnquiries.co.uk (opens in new window).

General service information
- Staffing Level
  
  Full time
- Closed Circuit Television
- Information Available From Staff
  
  Yes - from information point
  Yes - from ticket office
- Information Services Open
  
  Mon-Fri - 24h
  Saturday 00:00 to 21:45
  Sunday 07:00 to 00:00
- CIS
  - DepartureScreens
- Customer Help Points
  
  Ticket office for advice only.
Ticket buying and collection
- Ticket Office
- Prepurchase Collection
  
  Ticket Office: Yes
  Ticket Machine: Yes
- Ticket Machine
- Oystercard Issued
- Use Oystercard
- Always Show Oyster Card Fields
- Smartcard Issued
- Smartcard Validator
- Penalty Fares
  
  AW
All station facilities
- Seated Area
  
  There is seating on platform 3. Please note there is no seating on platform 1.
- Trolleys
- Station Buffet
- Toilets
  
  The toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal. The National key toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby Change
- Telephones
- Wi Fi
  
  Find WiFi Hotspots around Holyhead station
- Post Box
- Atm Machine
  
  Located on the concourse.
- Shops
  
  Port shop for gifts, hot and cold drinks, light refreshments to eat in or take away
Accessibility and mobility access
- Helpline
  
  03333 211202
  
  https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
  
  Mon-Sun 08:00 to 20:00
- Staff Help Available
  
  Monday to Friday 00:00 to 23:59 (24 hours)
  Saturday 00:01 to 21:45
  Sunday 07:00 to 00:00
  
  Mon-Fri - 24h
  Saturday 00:00 to 21:45
  Sunday 07:00 to 00:00
- Induction Loop
- Accessible Ticket Machines
  
  The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter
- Ramp For Train Access
- Accessible Taxis
- Accessible Public Telephones
- National Key Toilets
  
  The National key toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Step Free Access
  
  Category B1
  Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House.
  Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m.
  
  Coverage: partial Station
- Ticket Gates
- Impaired Mobility Set Down
- Wheelchairs Available
- Assisted Travel
  
  We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.
Parking information
- Cycle Storage
  
  Spaces: 12
  Sheltered: Yes
  Cctv: Yes
  Location:
  Cycle parking on Holyhead station is in two locations 4 Sheffield stands offering parking for up to eight bicycles are sited on Platform 3.
  2 Sheffield Stands offering parking for up to four bicycles are sited on Platform 2
  
  Type: Stands
- CarPark
  
  Operator Name: Horizon Parking Ltd
  Name: Black Bridge
  Spaces: 35
  Number Accessible Spaces: 4
  Accessible Car Park Equipment: Yes
  Cctv: No
  
  Open:
  Mon-Sun
  
  Website: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
- Rail Replacement Services
  
  Local bus stop near the station.
- Taxi Rank
  
  Taxi rank on access road to ferry terminal.
- Onward Travel
  
  For the nearest bus stop, walk across the footbridge and turn right onto Victoria Road.
- Port
  
  Holyhead Port terminal immediately adjacent to station offering timetabled services to Dublin Ferry Port.
- Cycle Hire
  
  There are no cycle hire facilities at this station.
Passenger services
- Customer Service
  
  Contact our Customer Relations team directly via the Transport for Wales Website.
- Left Luggage
  
  Operator Name: operated by Stena line
  
  https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
- Lost Property
  
  Operator Name: Transport for Wales
  
  https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Live departures and arrivals

About Holyhead railway station

The Welsh town of Holyhead is located on the beautiful island of Anglesey. It’s served by Holyhead station on the North Wales Coast Line. Carrying almost a quarter of a million passengers to and from the mainland annually, the original station opened in 1848 but was replaced after only three years. The present station was built in 1866 but remnants of the original construction remain, including the roof. Three of the four platforms are still in use.

The seaport of Holyhead has numerous attractions, things to do and places to see. Whether you're planning a day trip or holiday, it’s a town you shouldn’t miss.

Can I get to the ferry port from Holyhead railway station?
- Accessing the ferry port from the station is easy as it’s located around a two-minute walk away. Follow the directions from the railway station to easily get to the port.
How long does it take to get from Holyhead station to Anglesey Airport?
- Catching the train at Holyhead station, it takes around 30 minutes to get to Anglesey Airport.
How long does it take to walk from Holyhead station to Holyhead town centre?
- Via Victoria Road, it takes approximately five minutes to reach Holyhead town centre from the station.
What car parking facilities are available at Holyhead station?
- There is 24-hour parking available at Holyhead station.
What facilities are there for bike storage at Holyhead station?
- Holyhead station has secure facilities for 10 bikes.
What other facilities are available at Holyhead station?
- Toilets - including baby changing facilities
- Station buffet
- Shops
- Coin and cards telephones
- ATM
- Disabled access - the station is step-free throughout, and ramps and induction loops are available
Which popular destinations can be reached from Holyhead station?
- Holyhead station to Bangor
- Holyhead station to Liverpool