The average train between Ormskirk and Rhyl takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ormskirk is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central Loop Line and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Ormskirk to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Ormskirk station and arriving at Rhyl station via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Ormskirk to Rhyl train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ormskirk station.
Ormskirk to Rhyl train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your Ormskirk to Rhyl train tickets online with Merseyrail, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Ormskirk and Rhyl is 48.9 km. The road distance is 96 km.
You can take a train from Ormskirk to Rhyl via Liverpool Central Loop Line and Chester in around 2h 17m.