The average train between Wakefield and Rhyl takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Rhyl station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.
Wakefield to Rhyl train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Rhyl train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your Wakefield to Rhyl train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Wakefield and Rhyl is 138 km. The road distance is 175 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Rhyl via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 27m.