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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Colwyn Bay is to train which costs £100 - £140 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Colwyn Bay is to fly and train which takes 6h 10m and costs £120 - £280.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Colwyn Bay via Glasgow Central and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

How far is it from Inverness to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Inverness and Colwyn Bay is 457 miles. The road distance is 421.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Colwyn Bay without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 9h 27m and costs £70 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 9h 27m to get from Inverness to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

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

Inverness to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Where does the Inverness to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

Inverness to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Colwyn Bay is 422 miles. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Inverness to Colwyn Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 1859+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Colwyn Bay
9h 27m
£74–226
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
4. Take the train from Shotton to Colwyn Bay
11h 59m
Drive 419.1 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Colwyn Bay419.1 mi
7h 13m
£104–150
Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Colwyn Bay
6h 10m
£120–279
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Colwyn Bay
10h 29m
£102–140
Bus, train via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Station
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton-le-Willows
3. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Colwyn Bay
12h 12m
£79–187
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Colwyn Bay
8h 34m
£114–262

Inverness to Colwyn Bay by train and foot

40Weekly Services

9h 27mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Colwyn Bay.

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Distance: 454.5 mi
Duration: 9h 27m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a train from Inverness to Colwyn Bay via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 9h 27m.

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