The average train between South Shields and Rhyl takes 5h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields to Rhyl. 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 hourly between South Shields and Rhyl. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Rhyl at 9:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 5h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from South Shields to Rhyl? 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 South Shields to Rhyl. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Rhyl station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.
South Shields to Rhyl train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Rhyl train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Rhyl station.
The distance between South Shields and Rhyl is 229.9 km. The road distance is 372 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Rhyl via Central Station, Newcastle, and Newton-le-Willows in around 6h 21m.