The average train between Welshpool and Rhyl takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Welshpool 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 every 3 hours between Welshpool and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Rhyl station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Welshpool to Rhyl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Welshpool station.
Welshpool to Rhyl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your Welshpool to Rhyl train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Welshpool and Rhyl is 76.9 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Rhyl via Shrewsbury in around 2h 47m.