The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Rhyl
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Rhyl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Rhyl will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool for Rhyl on Mon, Jan 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 19 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Mon, Jan 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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 for Liverpool to Rhyl
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Rhyl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Liverpool to Rhyl trains with Omio?
Merseyrail as well as Transport for Wales offer trains services from Liverpool to Rhyl. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool to Rhyl.
Why book with Omio vs Merseyrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Merseyrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Rhyl.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Merseyrail tickets can be bought on Merseyrail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Transport for Wales to help you choose the right option for your journey from Liverpool to Rhyl.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Rhyl
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Liverpool to Rhyl start from as low as $12 (€10) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $23 (€19) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 7 daily trains from Liverpool to Rhyl with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 22m but the average duration is 1h 16m
Train Operators
- Travel from Liverpool to Rhyl with Merseyrail, Transport for Wales, and Merseyrail
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Merseyrail.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) and arrive in Rhyl station (RHL)
- First train typically departs at 04:55 AM and the last at 11:49 PM
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Merseyrail, Transport for Wales from Liverpool to Rhyl trainsMerseyrail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Liverpool and Rhyl from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Merseyrail
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Rhyl
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Rhyl
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
- 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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