The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Rhyl
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Rhyl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Rhyl will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Rhyl without transferring at least once.
L64234 · L64198
L64223 · L64187
L64228 · L64193
L64707 · L64204
C75160+
L64183
L64223 · L64187
L64234 · L64198
L64217+
L02180
L64228 · L64193
C75160+
L64183Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Rhyl
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Rhyl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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€24 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Rhyl train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Rhyl trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:48 PM Manchester | 2h22 | 8:10 PM Rhyl | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
C75160+ L64183 | On time 8:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h52 | 10:18 AM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
L64217+ L02180 | On time 9:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 11:30 AM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
L64223 · L64187 | On time 10:57 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h38 | 12:35 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
L64228 · L64193 | On time 11:59 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h41 | 1:40 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
L64234 · L64198 | On time 1:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 2:39 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
L64707 · L64204 | On time 1:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h54 | 3:24 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Manchester to Rhyl trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales as well as Northern Rail (3) and Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Manchester to Rhyl. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester to Rhyl.
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) and Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Rhyl.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transport for Wales with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to Rhyl.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Transport for Wales tickets can be bought on Transport for Wales's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Northern Rail (3) and Avanti West Coast to help you choose the right option for your journey from Manchester to Rhyl.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Rhyl.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Rhyl
Trains from Manchester to Rhyl run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 03:59 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Rhyl trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester and Rhyl from $9 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Rhyl
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Rhyl
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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 at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- 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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