The average train between Gloucester and Rhyl takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Gloucester station and arriving at Rhyl station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Gloucester to Rhyl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.
Gloucester to Rhyl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your Gloucester to Rhyl train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Gloucester and Rhyl is 182.3 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Gloucester to Rhyl via Birmingham New Street, Crewe, and Chester in around 3h 29m.