The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Rhyl
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Rhyl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Rhyl will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham for Rhyl on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:22 AM3h18Birmingham1:40 PMRhyl$591One-way0 transfers
10:22 AM3h18Birmingham1:40 PMRhyl$591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Birmingham to Rhyl
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Rhyl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 6m faster (2h 12m by train vs 2h 18m by car) and roughly $13 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($37 (€30) vs $50 (€41)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Rhyl train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Rhyl trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:22 AM Birmingham | 3h18 | 1:40 PM Rhyl | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Rhyl
Trains from Birmingham to Rhyl run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Rhyl trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Rhyl from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
West Midlands Trains
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Rhyl
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Rhyl by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rhyl, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Rhyl
Most Birmingham to Rhyl trains use the Birmingham New Street to Rhyl station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Rhyl train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Gravelly Hill from Birmingham city centre
Gravelly Hill is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Gravelly Hill train station facilities and services
Gravelly Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gravelly Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gravelly Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravelly Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravelly Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravelly Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Rhyl station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Rhyl from Rhyl city centre
Rhyl train station facilities and services
Rhyl has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: D Sidoli, KC's Coffee House, Silvers Cafe, Les And Ritas Fish Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rhyl.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rhyl. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rhyl: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rhyl: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rhyl: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester). Step free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) via a footbridge with lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:14 Saturday 06:30 - 21:14 Sunday 10:30 - 18:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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