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

The cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Colwyn Bay and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Colwyn Bay station to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Bangor station and arriving at High Street via Machynlleth Town Clock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Colwyn Bay and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct train from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Colwyn Bay and arriving at Tywyn via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn?

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Tywyn is 105 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs £17 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colwyn Bay to Tywyn bus from?

Colwyn Bay to Tywyn bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Bangor station.

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

Colwyn Bay to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Colwyn Bay station.

Train or bus from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn?

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs £17 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Colwyn Bay to Tywyn bus arrive?

Colwyn Bay to Tywyn bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Clock station.

Where does the Colwyn Bay to Tywyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Colwyn Bay to Tywyn is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn.

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

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Where can I stay near Tywyn?

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Colwyn Bay to Tywyn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bangor station to Clockbus 1
5h 8m
£18–25
Drive 67.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colwyn Bay to Tywyncar 67.6 mi
1h 41m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Minffordd Ffestiniog stationbus T2
2. Take the train from Minffordd to Tywyntrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
5h 21m
£21–33
Train
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Shrewsburytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 37m
£52–87
Line 12 bus, line 5 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul`s Church to Palladium Stop Ybus 12 / ...
2. Take the bus from Palladium Stop B to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
4. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Cbus 12
5. Take the train from Pwllheli to Tywyntrain
6h 43m

Colwyn Bay to Tywyn by train

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Distance: 104 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Colwyn Bay, Wales and Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales?

TaithCymru operates a bus from Bangor station to Clock every 3 hours, and the journey takes 2h 20m. Lloyd's Coaches also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Colwyn Bay to Tywyn via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 5h 37m.

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