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Derby to Colwyn Bay trains

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The average train between Derby and Colwyn Bay takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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.

3h 12m
Duration
112 mi
Distance
£52
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Chester

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  1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain train Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
  2. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Baytrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
2h 54m
£43–66

Derby to Colwyn Bay train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Colwyn Bay. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Colwyn Bay at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 19m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 58m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 12m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 15m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 12m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 12m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 15m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 12m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 12m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 15m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 12m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby 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.

Map of how to get from Derby to Colwyn Bay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 111.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a train from Derby to Colwyn Bay via Crewe and Chester in around 2h 54m.

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