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Cardiff to Colwyn Bay Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay, starting from 21,72 EUR and averaging 21,72 EUR. The entire journey takes no more than 3 tuntia 46 minuuttia. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:53 3 tuntia 59 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	22:52 Colwyn Bay	Find Tickets
19:38 4 tuntia 6 minuuttia, Direct Cardiff Central	23:44 Colwyn Bay	Find Tickets
21:35 4 tuntia 6 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	01:41 +1 Colwyn Bay	Find Tickets
22:22 9 tuntia 7 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:29 +1 Colwyn Bay	Find Tickets
22:22 9 tuntia 19 minuuttia, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:41 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Colwyn Bay Train Route Details

First train

05:19

Last train

22:22

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Colwyn Bay

Journey time

3 tuntia 46 minuuttia

Distance

207 km

Price

21,72 EUR*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Colwyn Bay ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff to Colwyn Bay train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Cardiff to Colwyn Bay Train prices and times

Cardiff to Colwyn Bay Train Route Details