What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay is to bus and train via Chester which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Colwyn Bay via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Brighton to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Brighton and Colwyn Bay is 274 miles. The road distance is 282.6 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Colwyn Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £80 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Colwyn Bay train from?

Brighton to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Where does the Brighton to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

Brighton to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Colwyn Bay is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Brighton to Colwyn Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Colwyn Bay?

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Brighton to Colwyn Bay - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Colwyn BayLondon Euston - Holyhead
5h 23m
£80–164
Bus, train via Chester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
4. Take the train from Shotton to Colwyn Bay
9h 29m
£38–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to B'ham Airport Bus Terminal210
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Colwyn BayBirmingham International - Holyhead / ...
9h 21m
£72–140
Drive 281 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Colwyn Bay281 mi
4h 56m
£70–100
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Bay
7h 31m
£84–204
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Colwyn Bay
7h 21m
£113–328
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Colwyn Bay
7h 14m
£108–233

Brighton to Colwyn Bay by train and foot

42Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brighton to Colwyn Bay.

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Distance: 272 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Colwyn Bay via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 5h 23m.

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