What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay is to bus and train which costs £23 - £40 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Colwyn Bay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Colwyn Bay. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Birmingham and Colwyn Bay is 125 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Colwyn Bay takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Colwyn Bay train from?

Birmingham to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Where does the Birmingham to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

Birmingham to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Colwyn Bay station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Colwyn Bay is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay?

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 2079+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Birmingham to Colwyn Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Colwyn Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Colwyn Baytrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 44m
£40–85
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the train from Shotton to Colwyn Baytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
3h 31m
£23–40
Drive 115.2 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Colwyn Baycar 115.2 mi
2h 7m
£29–41
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewetrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Colwyn Baytrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 59m
£39–89

Birmingham to Colwyn Bay by train

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Distance: 124.7 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Colwyn Bay 5 times a day. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 6 times a week.

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