The average train between Reading and Rhyl takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading 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 Reading and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Reading 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 Reading to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Rhyl station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.
Reading to Rhyl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Rhyl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your Reading to Rhyl train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Reading and Rhyl is 268.6 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Rhyl via Stafford and Chester in around 4h 39m.