The average train between Reading and Colwyn Bay takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading 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 4 hours between Reading and Colwyn Bay. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Colwyn Bay at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Reading 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.
No, there is no direct train from Reading to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Colwyn Bay station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Reading to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Colwyn Bay station.
Book your Reading to Colwyn Bay train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and 2 other operators.
The distance between Reading and Colwyn Bay is 277.1 km. The road distance is 340 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Colwyn Bay via Birmingham New Street and Crewe in around 4h 49m.