The average train between Chester and Colwyn Bay takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Chester to Colwyn Bay. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Chester and Colwyn Bay. The earliest departure is at 12:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Colwyn Bay at 11:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester station and arriving at Colwyn Bay station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 45 min.
Chester to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Colwyn Bay station.
Book your Chester to Colwyn Bay train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Chester and Colwyn Bay is 56.8 km. The road distance is 65 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Colwyn Bay every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 46 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.