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

The cheapest way to get from York to Colwyn Bay is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between York and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from York to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Colwyn Bay via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from York to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between York and Colwyn Bay is 147 miles. The road distance is 139.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Colwyn Bay without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from York to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

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

York to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.

Where does the York to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

York to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from York to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Colwyn Bay is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from York to Colwyn Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 2063+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

York to Colwyn Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Colwyn Baytrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 19m
£53–94
Drive 138.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Colwyn Baycar 138.5 mi
2h 34m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blossom Street to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Outlet Villagebus 170
3. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Baytrain
7h 28m
£41–89
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from York to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Colwyn Baytrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
4h 24m
£56–97
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from York to Halifaxtrain
2. Take the train from Halifax to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Baytrain
4h 43m
£58–107

York to Colwyn Bay by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.6 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from York to Colwyn Bay via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 19m.

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