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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Colwyn Bay is to bus and train which costs £30 - £100 and takes 10h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Colwyn Bay via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Torquay to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Torquay and Colwyn Bay is 308 miles. The road distance is 264.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Colwyn Bay without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 10m and costs £85 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Torquay to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

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

Torquay to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the Torquay to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

Torquay to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Colwyn Bay is 264 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Torquay to Colwyn Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Torquay to Colwyn Bay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Torquay to Colwyn Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Colwyn Bay
7h 10m
£85–242
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
4. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Bay
10h 58m
£34–96
Drive 262.9 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Colwyn Bay262.9 mi
5h 8m
£66–95
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Colwyn Bay
6h 53m
£118–337
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Colwyn BayCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
10h 7m
£111–203
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Liverpool (LPL)EXT - LPL
3. Take the train from Chester to Colwyn Bay
9h 15m
£124–310

Torquay to Colwyn Bay by train

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7h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 305.8 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Colwyn Bay via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 7h 10m.

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