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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
97 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Colwyn Bay station (CWB) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
10:252h16
Manchester Airport (MIA)12:41Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
£241One-way
0 changes
14:242h17
Manchester Airport (MIA)16:41Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
£271One-way
0 changes
05:252h15
Manchester Airport (MIA)07:40Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
£271One-way
0 changes
05:252h15
Manchester Airport (MIA)07:40Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
£271One-way
0 changes
10:252h16
Manchester Airport (MIA)12:41Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
£241One-way
0 changes
14:242h17
Manchester Airport (MIA)16:41Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
£271One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 06:48
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h17 | 10:42 Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 05:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 07:40 Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 14:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Colwyn Bay station (CWB) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£15
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
£36
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Colwyn Bay station (CWB). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) is 97 km.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) covers a distance of 97 km and takes approximately 2h 15m. Trains run 11 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) leaves at 4:25.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) departs at 14:25.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) is by train, costing approximately £15.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB) run approximately 11 times per day.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB).
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Colwyn Bay station (CWB), you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
Manchester
Colwyn Bay
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Colwyn Bay.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Colwyn Bay is Colwyn Bay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colwyn Bay for your journey to Colwyn Bay from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Costa Coffee
- Subway
- Venue @ the Clock House
- Porters Coffee Shop
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Colbourn Hotel
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Colwyn Bay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station car park
Most popular train connections from Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most popular trains to and from Colwyn Bay station (CWB) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most popular train connections to Colwyn Bay station (CWB)
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