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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colwyn Bay to Chester
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colwyn Bay to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colwyn Bay to Chester will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 44 trains that leave Colwyn Bay for Chester on Fri, Jun 19, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 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.
G384866:51 PM0h51Colwyn Bay station (CWB)7:42 PMChester station (CTR)$61One-way0 transfers- G384825:51 PM0h51Colwyn Bay station (CWB)6:42 PMChester station (CTR)$61One-way0 transfers
- G386336:32 PM0h47Colwyn Bay station (CWB)7:19 PMChester station (CTR)$61One-way0 transfers
- G384794:51 PM0h52Colwyn Bay station (CWB)5:43 PMChester station (CTR)$61One-way0 transfers
- G389345:32 PM0h46Colwyn Bay station (CWB)6:18 PMChester station (CTR)$101One-way0 transfers
W341403:41 PM0h44Colwyn Bay station (CWB)4:25 PMChester station (CTR)$151One-way0 transfers- W342811:41 PM0h44Colwyn Bay station (CWB)2:25 PMChester station (CTR)$151One-way0 transfers
- W34006_W342526:40 AM0h44Colwyn Bay station (CWB)7:24 AMChester station (CTR)$151One-way0 transfers
- W338979:43 AM0h44Colwyn Bay station (CWB)10:27 AMChester station (CTR)$151One-way0 transfers
- W340897:40 AM0h44Colwyn Bay station (CWB)8:24 AMChester station (CTR)$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Colwyn Bay to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colwyn Bay to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m 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 |
The journey is about 4m faster (47m by train vs 51m by car) and roughly $2 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€11) vs $15 (€13)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Colwyn Bay to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Colwyn Bay to Chester trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38566 | On time 12:32 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h47 | 1:19 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38498 | On time 12:51 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h51 | 1:42 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38525 | On time 1:04 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 1:50 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38927 | On time 1:32 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 2:18 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34281 | On time 1:41 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h44 | 2:25 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38500 | On time 1:51 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h51 | 2:42 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38527 | On time 2:04 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 2:50 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38570 | On time 2:32 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h47 | 3:19 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38471 | On time 2:51 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h50 | 3:41 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38529 | On time 3:03 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h45 | 3:48 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38928 | On time 3:32 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 4:18 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34140 | On time 3:41 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h44 | 4:25 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38475 | On time 3:51 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h51 | 4:42 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38531 | On time 4:04 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 4:50 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38576 | On time 4:32 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h47 | 5:19 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38508 | 6:01 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h50 | 6:51 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38911 | 6:21 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h47 | 7:08 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34006_W34252 | 6:40 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h44 | 7:24 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38476 | 6:51 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h51 | 7:42 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38512 | 7:04 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 7:50 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38914 | 7:31 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 8:17 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34089 | 7:40 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h44 | 8:24 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38480 | 7:51 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h51 | 8:42 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38514 | 8:04 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 8:50 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38556 | 8:32 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h47 | 9:19 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38485 | 8:51 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h51 | 9:42 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38516 | 9:04 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 9:50 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38921 | 9:32 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 10:18 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33897 | 9:43 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h44 | 10:27 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38489 | 9:51 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h52 | 10:43 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38518 | 10:07 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h45 | 10:52 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38560 | 10:32 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 11:18 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38492 | 10:51 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h51 | 11:42 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38520 | 11:04 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 11:50 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38925 | 11:37 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h47 | 12:24 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38496 | 11:51 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h51 | 12:42 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G38523 | 12:03 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0h46 | 12:49 PM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colwyn Bay to Chester
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Trains from Colwyn Bay to Chester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) 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 44m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Colwyn Bay to Chester trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Colwyn Bay and Chester from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Colwyn Bay to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colwyn Bay to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Colwyn Bay to Chester
Most Colwyn Bay to Chester trains use the Colwyn Bay to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Colwyn Bay and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Colwyn Bay station do trains to Chester leave from?
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.
Which Chester station do trains from Colwyn Bay arrive at?
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.
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