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

The cheapest way to get from York to Colwyn Bay is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 20m.

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 Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from York to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between York and Colwyn Bay is 148 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 3h 53m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m 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 Newton-le-Willows 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 2059+ 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 Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Colwyn Baytrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 53m
£46–75
Bus, train
cheapest
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 20m
£34–55
Drive 138.5 mi
1. Drive from York to Colwyn Baycar 138.5 mi
2h 34m
£35–50
Train via Manchester
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 18m
£47–77
Train via Huddersfield
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 45m
£50–92

York to Colwyn Bay by train

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from York to Colwyn Bay via Newton-le-Willows in around 3h 53m.

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