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Compare train 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 an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Chester to Rhyl, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (33m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around $17 compared to roughly $12 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.
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.
Travel optionsfrom Chester to Rhyl
How to get from Chester to Rhyl by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Chester to Rhyl is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
G383611:26 PM 0h31 Chester station (CTR) 1:57 PM Rhyl station (RHL) $12 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
G383611:26 PM 0h31 Chester station (CTR) 1:57 PM Rhyl station (RHL) $12 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
G3902712:23 PM 0h30 Chester station (CTR) 12:53 PM Rhyl station (RHL) $15 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
G383411:34 PM 0h33 Chester station (CTR) 2:07 PM Rhyl station (RHL) $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
G3833912:34 PM 0h33 Chester station (CTR) 1:07 PM Rhyl station (RHL) $15 1 One-way 0 transfers
G384131:53 PM 0h34 Chester station (CTR) 2:27 PM Rhyl station (RHL) $15 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chester and Rhyl as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Chester station (CTR) and arrive in Rhyl station (RHL).
- Travel with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast to go to Rhyl by train.
- 6 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast.
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