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Compare train and bus for Rhyl to Shotton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rhyl to Shotton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rhyl to Shotton:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rhyl to Shotton costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Shotton take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 39m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (26m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Rhyl to Shotton trains with Omio?
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 Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Rhyl to Shotton.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Rhyl to Shotton.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Rhyl to Shotton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rhyl to Shotton
Trains from Rhyl to Shotton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:48, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 12:48 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Rhyl to Shotton trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rhyl and Shotton from $9 (€7). 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 Rhyl to Shotton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rhyl to Shotton 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 Shotton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rhyl to Shotton
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 12:30 Saturday 08:45 - 13:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Shotton station is split into two levels. Shotton and Shotton High Level. At Shotton (Platforms 1 and 2): No wheelchair access to Platform 1 (to Chester). Access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) is via the small car park at the end of Alexandra Street. Customers are advised to travel to Flint and change trains. The nearest fully accessible station to Shotton is Flint. Shotton High Level (Platforms 3 and 4): No wheelchair access between platforms. Steep paths to platforms via Chester Road West and under bridge. The nearest fully accessible station to Shotton High Level is Hawarden Bridge.
- 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) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: In the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are located outside the station on Chester Road West.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use the bus stop on Chester Road West in front of the Shotton Kebab House.
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