The average train between Bootle and Rhyl takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Bootle 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 twice daily between Bootle and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 7:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bootle is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central Loop Line and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bootle 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 Bootle to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Bootle station and arriving at Rhyl station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Bootle to Rhyl train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Liverpool Central Loop Line station.
Bootle to Rhyl train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your Bootle to Rhyl train tickets online with Merseyrail, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Bootle and Rhyl is 35.5 km. The road distance is 83 km.
You can take a train from Seaforth & Litherland to Rhyl via Liverpool Central Loop Line and Chester in around 1h 56m.