The average train between Blackpool and Colwyn Bay takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Colwyn Bay. 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 Blackpool and Colwyn Bay. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Colwyn Bay at 11:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 43m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to Colwyn Bay? 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 Blackpool to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Colwyn Bay station via Warrington Bank Quay station and Chester station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Blackpool to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Colwyn Bay station.
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The distance between Blackpool and Colwyn Bay is 73.2 km. The road distance is 152 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Colwyn Bay via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay, and Chester in around 2h 58m.