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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cardiff for Colwyn Bay every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Cardiff to Colwyn Bay train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Colwyn Bay trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:40 Cardiff | 5h02 | 10:42 Colwyn Bay | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:23 Cardiff | 4h17 | 12:40 Colwyn Bay | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay
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Trains from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Colwyn Bay from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Colwyn Bay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Colwyn Bay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Colwyn Bay
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:15 Saturday 06:15 - 18:20 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30 Ticket collection times are: Mon-Fri 0600-1900, Sat 0600-1900, Sun 1100-1800
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Costa Coffee
- Subway
- Venue @ the Clock House
- Porters Coffee Shop
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available from the station car park and a footbridge with lifts connects both platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is available during ticket office opening hours. The ticket machine takes cash, debit and credit cards. The ticket machine is next to the booking office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:14 Saturday 06:30 - 21:14 Sunday 10:30 - 18:30 Outside of these hours, assistance will be provided by the Conductor on the train
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Colbourn Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station car park
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