The average train between York and Prestatyn takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from York to Prestatyn. 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 York and Prestatyn. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Prestatyn at 1:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from York to Prestatyn. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Prestatyn station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
York to Prestatyn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
York to Prestatyn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Prestatyn station.
Book your York to Prestatyn train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between York and Prestatyn is 168 km. The road distance is 215 km.
You can take a train from York to Prestatyn via Newton-le-Willows in around 3h 28m.