The average train between Colne and Rhyl takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Colne 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 hourly between Colne and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colne is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Colne 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 Colne to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Colne station and arriving at Rhyl station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Colne to Rhyl train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Colne station.
Colne to Rhyl train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your Colne to Rhyl train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Colne and Rhyl is 105.9 km. The road distance is 166 km.
You can take a train from Colne to Rhyl via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 44m.