The average train between Rhyl and Southend-on-Sea takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Rhyl to Southend-on-Sea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Rhyl and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 6:56 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 31m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rhyl to Southend-on-Sea? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Rhyl to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Southend-on-Sea station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Rhyl to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Southend Victoria station.
Book your Rhyl to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rhyl and Southend-on-Sea is 347.2 km. The road distance is 406 km.
You can take a train from Rhyl to Southend Victoria via London Euston, Euston Station, Liverpool Street Station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 33m.