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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Colwyn Bay is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Colwyn Bay via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Swansea to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Swansea and Colwyn Bay is 235 miles. The road distance is 148.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Colwyn Bay without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Swansea to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Swansea to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

Swansea to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Colwyn Bay is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Swansea to Colwyn Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 2059+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Colwyn Baytrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 54m
£75–144
Drive 147.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Colwyn Baycar 147.9 mi
3h 48m
£37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
3. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Baytrain
8h 32m
£50–86
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Colwyn Baytrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
6h 48m
£69–110

Swansea to Colwyn Bay by train

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Distance: 233.2 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Colwyn Bay via Cardiff Central in around 5h 54m.

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