The average train between York and Rhyl takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from York 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 2 hours between York and Rhyl. 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 Rhyl at 1:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from York to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Rhyl station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
York to Rhyl train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
York to Rhyl train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Rhyl station.
Book your York to Rhyl train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between York and Rhyl is 174 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from York to Rhyl via Newton-le-Willows in around 3h 34m.