Train from Cardiff to Rhyl: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cardiff to Rhyl on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transport for WalesTrain
Cardiff Central
RhylCheapest
Transport for WalesTrain
Cardiff Central
RhylFastest
Transport for WalesTrain
Cardiff Central
RhylNo tags
Transport for WalesTrain
Cardiff Central
RhylNo tags
Transport for WalesTrain
Cardiff Central
RhylNo tags

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Get from Cardiff to Rhyl

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
3h 42mAverage duration
128 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Rhyl by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cardiff to Rhyl?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Rhyl start from £47. The average price for this train route is around £101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Rhyl?

    The average train journey time from Cardiff to Rhyl is 3h 42m, covering a distance of 128 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Transport for Wales.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Rhyl route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Rhyl?

    The earliest train from Cardiff to Rhyl departs at 07:19. And the latest train departs at 21:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£57
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£64
02/12
£51
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£45
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Rhyl was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £45

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Rhyl as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £45 to £146 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Rhyl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2025-12-04.

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