The average train between Rhyl and Colchester takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Rhyl to Colchester. 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 every 2 hours between Rhyl and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 6:42 PM which arrives into Colchester at 10:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Rhyl to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Colchester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Rhyl to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Colchester station.
Book your Rhyl to Colchester train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rhyl and Colchester is 336.7 km. The road distance is 422 km.
You can take a train from Rhyl to Colchester via Chester, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 48m.