The average train between Rhyl and Reading takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Rhyl to Reading. 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 5 times a day between Rhyl and Reading. The earliest departure is at 8:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Reading at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rhyl to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Reading station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Rhyl to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Rhyl to Reading train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rhyl and Reading is 268.6 km. The road distance is 342 km.
You can take a train from Rhyl to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 49m.