The cheapest and fastest trains from Rhyl to Colwyn Bay
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rhyl 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 Rhyl to Colwyn Bay will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rhyl for Colwyn Bay every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 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.
1:200h09Rhyl1:29Colwyn Bay£51One-way0 changes
7:270h13Rhyl7:40Colwyn Bay£51One-way0 changes
7:270h13Rhyl7:40Colwyn Bay£51One-way0 changes
7:540h13Rhyl8:07Colwyn Bay£51One-way0 changes
8:260h13Rhyl8:39Colwyn Bay£51One-way0 changes
10:020h08Rhyl10:10Colwyn Bay£51One-way0 changes
1:200h09Rhyl1:29Colwyn Bay£51One-way0 changes
10:590h09Rhyl11:08Colwyn Bay£51One-way0 changes
7:200h10Rhyl7:30Colwyn Bay£451One-way0 changes
10:430h10Rhyl10:53Colwyn Bay£451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rhyl to Colwyn Bay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rhyl to Colwyn Bay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 16 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rhyl to Colwyn Bay train times
The table below shows live departures for Rhyl to Colwyn Bay trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L64200 | On time 20:08 Rhyl station (RHL) | 0h13 | 20:21 Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L64857 | On time 20:59 Rhyl station (RHL) | 0h11 | 21:10 Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L64273 | On time 21:23 Rhyl station (RHL) | 0h14 | 21:37 Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L02203 | On time 21:55 Rhyl station (RHL) | 0h10 | 22:05 Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
![]() | 1:20 Rhyl | 0h09 | 1:29 Colwyn Bay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:20 Rhyl | 0h10 | 7:30 Colwyn Bay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:27 Rhyl | 0h13 | 7:40 Colwyn Bay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:27 Rhyl | 0h13 | 7:40 Colwyn Bay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:54 Rhyl | 0h13 | 8:07 Colwyn Bay | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rhyl to Colwyn Bay
Trains from Rhyl to Colwyn Bay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:13, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 15m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 1:13 |
Last train 23:31 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Rhyl to Colwyn Bay trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rhyl and Colwyn Bay from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Rhyl to Colwyn Bay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rhyl 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 Rhyl and Colwyn Bay
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:20 Saturday 06:50 - 20:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: Rhyl Railway Station
- D Sidoli
- KC's Coffee House
- Silvers Cafe
- Les And Ritas Fish Bar
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester). Step free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) via a footbridge with lifts.
- 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(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- 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
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 1 by the stairs
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at Bay 6 in the adjoining bus station
- 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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