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Compare train for Rhyl to Helsby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rhyl to Helsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (47m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £11 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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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rhyl to Helsby
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Trains from Rhyl to Helsby run on average 25 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 48m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 6:38 |
Last train 22:34 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Rhyl to Helsby trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rhyl and Helsby from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rhyl to Helsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rhyl to Helsby 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 Helsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rhyl and Helsby
Most Rhyl to Helsby trains use the Rhyl to Helsby station pair. Use this guide to compare Rhyl and Helsby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rhyl station do trains to Helsby leave from?
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.
Which Helsby station do trains from Rhyl arrive at?
Getting to Helsby from Helsby city centre
Helsby train station facilities and services
Helsby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Helsby.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsby: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsby: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to the platform from the car park. Platforms 2, 3 and 4 are only accessible via the footbridge, 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. Ticket machine is on Chester-bound platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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