The average train between Rhyl and Welshpool takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Rhyl to Welshpool. 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 3 hours between Rhyl and Welshpool. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 6:38 PM which arrives into Welshpool at 8:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rhyl to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Welshpool station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.
Rhyl to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Rhyl to Welshpool train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rhyl and Welshpool is 76.9 km. The road distance is 147 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhyl to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 1h 34m.