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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Colwyn Bay is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Colwyn Bay via Manchester Victoria and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Oldham to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Oldham and Colwyn Bay is 87 miles. The road distance is 86.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Colwyn Bay without a car is to tram and train via Chester which takes 3h 8m and costs £17 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Oldham to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

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

Oldham to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

Oldham to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Colwyn Bay is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Oldham to Colwyn Bay.

Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 1809+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Oldham to Colwyn Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 83 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Oldham to Colwyn Bay by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train via Chester
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Victoriatram
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Baytrain
3h 8m
£18–48
Line 83 bus, train, bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
4. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Chester Rd Westbus 10 / ...
5. Take the train from Shotton to Colwyn Baytrain
5h 8m
Drive 85.6 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Colwyn Baycar 85.6 mi
1h 27m
£21–30
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to East Didsburytram Pink Line
2. Take the train from East Didsbury to Colwyn Baytrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 48m
£33–55

Oldham to Colwyn Bay by tram and train

111Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Oldham to Colwyn Bay.

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Distance: 86.8 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Oldham to Colwyn Bay. However, you can take the vehicle to Victoria, walk to Manchester Victoria, take the train to Chester, then take the train to Colwyn Bay. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Street to Colwyn Bay via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Piccadilly, Warrington Central, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G, Chester Bus Interchange, Chester Rd West, and Shotton in around 5h 8m.

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