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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Rhyl is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 53m.

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 3h 53m and costs £45 - £75.

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 Birmingham New Street, Crewe and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Reading to Rhyl?

The distance between Reading and Rhyl is 202 miles. The road distance is 201.6 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 via Chester which takes 4h 9m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m 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 Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Rhyl?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Rhyl is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m 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 1200+ hotels available in Rhyl.

Reading to Rhyl - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Rhyl by train, 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 via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Rhyltrain
4h 9m
£85–150
Drive 200.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Rhylcar 200.4 mi
3h 53m
£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 34m
£106–338
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Rhyltrain London Euston - Holyhead / ...
4h 34m
£91–136
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rhyltrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
5h 10m
£90–146
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 22m
£117–236
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 48m
£156–501

Reading to Rhyl by train

137Weekly Trains

4h 9mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Rhyl via Birmingham New Street, Crewe, and Chester in around 4h 9m.

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