The cheapest and fastest trains from Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£203
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford you need to make at least 4 changes.










Live departures
Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:45 Colwyn Bay | 4h24 | 09:09 Chelmsford | 5 changes | |
![]() | 05:39 Colwyn Bay | 3h54 | 09:33 Chelmsford | 5 changes | |
![]() | 05:39 Colwyn Bay | 3h54 | 09:33 Chelmsford | 4 changes | |
![]() | 06:02 Colwyn Bay | 4h05 | 10:07 Chelmsford | 5 changes | |
![]() | 06:40 Colwyn Bay | 3h53 | 10:33 Chelmsford | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford
Trains from Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £212 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 17:14, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 333 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 333 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £212 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 17:14 |
Last train 18:41 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Colwyn Bay and Chelmsford from £212. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colwyn Bay to Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Colwyn Bay and Chelmsford
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on each platform. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the Ground Floor, near the lifts.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is a dedicated Cycle Point, with free cycle parking, plus secure cycle parking and premium cycle parking. This is in Park Road, opposite the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
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