The average train between Aberystwyth and Rhyl takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Rhyl. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Aberystwyth and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 11:14 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 31m • 1 change

3h 28m • 1 change

3h 32m • 1 change

3h 31m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 31m • 1 change

3h 28m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 31m • 1 change

3h 28m • 1 change

3h 39m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 30m • 1 change

3h 26m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Rhyl? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Rhyl station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Aberystwyth to Rhyl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Rhyl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Rhyl train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Rhyl is 108 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Rhyl via Shrewsbury in around 4h 16m.