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Get from Chester to Colwyn Bay
The journey takes about 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chester to Colwyn Bay by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Chester to Colwyn Bay?
The cheapest train tickets from Chester to Colwyn Bay start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chester to Colwyn Bay?
The average train journey time from Chester to Colwyn Bay is 46m, covering a distance of 36 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 41m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Chester to Colwyn Bay route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chester to Colwyn Bay?
The earliest train from Chester to Colwyn Bay departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 22:56.
Which is the best train operator from Chester to Colwyn Bay?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Chester to Colwyn Bay?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Chester to Colwyn Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Chester to Colwyn Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chester to Colwyn Bay was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chester to Colwyn Bay as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £10 to £38 for a train ticket from Chester to Colwyn Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-03.
