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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Rhyl
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
25
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 $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 25 trains that leave Manchester for Rhyl on Sat, Jun 20, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
W43660 · G390438:48 PM2h32Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:20 PMRhyl station (RHL)$251One-way1 transfer- G384182:48 PM1h39Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)4:27 PMRhyl station (RHL)$251One-way0 transfers
- G383955:48 PM1h37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)7:25 PMRhyl station (RHL)$251One-way0 transfers
- G383914:48 PM1h38Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)6:26 PMRhyl station (RHL)$251One-way0 transfers
- G384026:48 PM1h39Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)8:27 PMRhyl station (RHL)$251One-way0 transfers
- G383955:48 PM1h37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)7:25 PMRhyl station (RHL)$251One-way0 transfers
- G384227:48 PM1h37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:25 PMRhyl station (RHL)$311One-way0 transfers
- G383914:48 PM1h38Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)6:26 PMRhyl station (RHL)$251One-way0 transfers
- G3840610:48 AM1h38Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)12:26 PMRhyl station (RHL)$331One-way0 transfers
- G384161:48 PM1h39Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)3:27 PMRhyl station (RHL)$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train 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 train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Rhyl take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 17m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester to Rhyl train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Rhyl trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38400 | 8:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 10:27 AM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 G89080+G39026 | 9:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 10:56 AM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G38404 | 9:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 11:27 AM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W33765 · W33531 | 9:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h54 | 11:48 AM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G89084+W33531 | 10:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h42 | 11:48 AM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G38406 | 10:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h38 | 12:26 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33599 · W33585 | 10:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 12:44 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G38410 | 11:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 1:27 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38414 | 12:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 2:27 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89095+G39034 | 1:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 2:56 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G38416 | 1:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 3:27 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33447 · W33614 | 1:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h55 | 3:49 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G89098+W33614 | 2:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h43 | 3:49 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G38418 | 2:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 4:27 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89102+G39036 | 3:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h50 | 4:56 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G38387 | 3:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 5:27 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38391 | 4:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h38 | 6:26 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33714 · W33396 | 4:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h49 | 6:43 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G89075+G39039 | 5:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h52 | 6:58 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G38395 | 5:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h37 | 7:25 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38402 | 6:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h39 | 8:27 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33458 · W33503 | 6:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h57 | 8:51 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G89082+W33503 | 7:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h45 | 8:51 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 1 transfer | |
| G38422 | 7:48 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h37 | 9:25 PM Rhyl station (RHL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Rhyl
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Trains from Manchester to Rhyl run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, 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 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Rhyl trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Rhyl from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
Most Manchester to Rhyl trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Rhyl station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Rhyl train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Rhyl leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Which Rhyl station do trains from Manchester 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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