What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Rhyl?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Rhyl is to bus and train which costs £35 - £75 and takes 7h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Rhyl?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Rhyl is to drive which takes 4h and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Rhyl?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Rhyl via Stafford and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Reading to Rhyl?

The distance between Reading and Rhyl is 202 miles. The road distance is 198.8 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Rhyl without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Rhyl without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £55 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Rhyl?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Reading to Rhyl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Rhyl train from?

Reading to Rhyl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Rhyl train arrive?

Reading to Rhyl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Reading to Rhyl?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Rhyl is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Reading to Rhyl.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Rhyl?

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Where can I stay near Rhyl?

There are 1533+ hotels available in Rhyl.

Reading to Rhyl - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Reading to Rhyl by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Rhyltrain
4h 40m
£59–265
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Westgatebus X40
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 423
3. Take the train from Chester to Rhyltrain
7h 56m
£39–72
Drive 197.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Rhylcar 197.7 mi
4h
£49–71
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Rhyltrain
5h 48m
£113–310
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Rhyltrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
5h 13m
£64–154
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Rhyltrain
5h 41m
£46–189
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Rhyltrain
5h 23m
£102–233
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Rhyltrain
7h 26m
£166–433

Reading to Rhyl by train

91Weekly Trains

4h 40mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Rhyl, Wales?

You can take a train from Reading to Rhyl via Stafford and Chester in around 4h 40m.

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