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Preston to Colwyn Bay trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Colwyn Bay takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is an hourly train service from Preston 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.

2h 14m
Duration
85 mi
Distance
£34
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Warrington

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain train
  3. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Baytrain train
2h 14m
£27–47

Preston to Colwyn Bay train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Colwyn Bay. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Colwyn Bay at 12:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales2h 7m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 55m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales2h 21m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales2h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales2h 21m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales2h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Colwyn Bay? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Preston to Colwyn Bay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 85.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Colwyn Bay via Warrington Bank Quay and Chester in around 2h 14m.

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