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

The cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Torquay is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Torquay is to drive which takes 5h 9m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Colwyn Bay and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Colwyn Bay to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Colwyn Bay and arriving at Newton Abbot via Crewe and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Colwyn Bay to Torquay?

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Torquay is 306 miles. The road distance is 267.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Torquay without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 47m and costs £130 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Colwyn Bay to Torquay, including transfers.

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

Colwyn Bay to Torquay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Colwyn Bay station.

Where does the Colwyn Bay to Torquay train arrive?

Colwyn Bay to Torquay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Colwyn Bay to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Colwyn Bay to Torquay is 268 miles. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Colwyn Bay to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2730+ hotels available in Torquay.

Colwyn Bay to Torquay - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Colwyn Bay to Torquay by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newton Abbottrain
6h 47m
£136–230
Drive 266 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colwyn Bay to Torquaycar 266 mi
5h 9m
£66–95
Train, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
5h 57m
£125–278
Train
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain
3. Take the train from Taunton to Newton Abbottrain
8h 24m
£134–246
Train, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
3. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Newton Abbottrain
9h 25m
£125–291

Colwyn Bay to Torquay by train and bus

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6h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 303.9 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a train from Colwyn Bay to Union Street via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 6h 47m.

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