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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Colwyn Bay
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Colwyn Bay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Colwyn Bay will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Colwyn Bay on Mon, Jul 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 20 the direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Mon, Jul 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
G384039:48 AM1h50Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:38 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$221One-way0 transfers- G383998:48 AM1h50Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)10:38 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$331One-way0 transfers
W34090 · W340119:54 AM2h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:59 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$461One-way1 transfer- W33888 · C013048:54 AM2h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:55 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$461One-way1 transfer
G89076+G383528:06 AM2h03Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:09 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$581One-way1 transfer
- G89080+C013049:06 AM1h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:55 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$601One-way1 transfer
- G383998:48 AM1h50Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)10:38 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$331One-way0 transfers
- G384039:48 AM1h50Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:38 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$221One-way0 transfers
- W33888 · C013048:54 AM2h01Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:55 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$461One-way1 transfer
- G89076+G383528:06 AM2h03Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:09 AMColwyn Bay station (CWB)$581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester to Colwyn Bay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Colwyn Bay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Colwyn Bay take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester to Colwyn Bay train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Colwyn Bay trains for today, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38362+ G01007 | Delayed 8:22 AM 8:26 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h06 | 10:32 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 1 transfer | |
| V16381+W33255 | On time 9:51 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h50 | 11:41 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 1 transfer | |
| C32421+W43707 · G38365 | On time 10:27 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 2h18 | 12:45 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 2 transfers | |
| W43707 · G38365 | On time 10:57 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h48 | 12:45 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 1 transfer | |
| W43674 · G38367 | On time 12:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h53 | 1:53 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 1 transfer | |
| G86138+W43647 · G38370 | On time 12:28 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 2h26 | 2:54 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 2 transfers | |
| W43647 · G38370 | On time 1:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h54 | 2:54 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 1 transfer | |
| G85903+W44296 | On time 1:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h29 | 3:39 PM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, July 20 | |||||
| G89076+G38352 | 8:06 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h03 | 10:09 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 1 transfer | |
| G38399 | 8:48 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h50 | 10:38 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33888 · C01304 | 8:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h01 | 10:55 AM Colwyn Bay station (CWB) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Colwyn Bay
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Trains from Manchester to Colwyn Bay run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Colwyn Bay trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Colwyn Bay from $15 (€12). 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 Manchester to Colwyn Bay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Colwyn Bay
Most Manchester to Colwyn Bay trains use the Manchester Airport to Colwyn Bay station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Colwyn Bay train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Colwyn Bay leave from?
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Colwyn Bay station do trains from Manchester 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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