The average train between Rhyl and Bolton takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Rhyl to Bolton. 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 Rhyl and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rhyl to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.
Rhyl to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Rhyl to Bolton train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Rhyl and Bolton is 76 km. The road distance is 128 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhyl to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 1h 38m.