The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Rhyl
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Rhyl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Rhyl will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 4 trains that leave Chester for Rhyl on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 35 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chester to Rhyl
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Rhyl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester to Rhyl train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Rhyl trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:56 PM Chester | 0h35 | 10:31 PM Rhyl | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 7:55 AM Chester | 0h35 | 8:30 AM Rhyl | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:24 AM Chester | 0h32 | 10:56 AM Rhyl | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:51 PM Chester | 0h35 | 1:26 PM Rhyl | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:51 PM Chester | 0h35 | 3:26 PM Rhyl | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Rhyl
Trains from Chester to Rhyl run on average 5 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 00:32 |
Last train 23:02 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Rhyl trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Rhyl from $6 (€5). 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
FAQs: Trains from Chester to Rhyl
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester to Rhyl
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:20 Saturday 06:50 - 20:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: Rhyl Railway Station
- D Sidoli
- KC's Coffee House
- Silvers Cafe
- Les And Ritas Fish Bar
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 1 by the stairs
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at Bay 6 in the adjoining bus station
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