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Compare train for Chester to Colwyn Bay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Colwyn Bay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (46m by train vs 51m by car). Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Colwyn Bay
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Trains from Chester to Colwyn Bay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Colwyn Bay trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Colwyn Bay from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Trains from Chester to Colwyn Bay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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
Popular train stations from Chester to Colwyn Bay
Most Chester to Colwyn Bay trains use the Chester to Colwyn Bay station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Colwyn Bay train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Colwyn Bay leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Colwyn Bay station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Colwyn Bay from Colwyn Bay city centre
Colwyn Bay train station facilities and services
Colwyn Bay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Subway, Venue @ the Clock House, Porters Coffee Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colwyn Bay.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colwyn Bay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colwyn Bay: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colwyn Bay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colwyn Bay: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Colbourn Hotel.
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