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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C and arriving at St Paul`s Church via Wrexham Bus Station 6, Lenten Pool and Glan Clwyd Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Colwyn Bay via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Welshpool and Colwyn Bay is 102 miles. The road distance is 72 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Colwyn Bay bus from?

Welshpool to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C.

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

Welshpool to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Welshpool to Colwyn Bay bus arrive?

Welshpool to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Where does the Welshpool to Colwyn Bay train arrive?

Welshpool to Colwyn Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Colwyn Bay station.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Colwyn Bay is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 1833+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Welshpool to Colwyn Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Colwyn BayCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2h 56m
£35–54
Drive 71.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Colwyn Bay71.6 mi
1h 24m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Wrexham Bus Station 5T12
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 6 to Lenten PoolT51
6h 1m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Royal Oak Hotel to Bus StationX75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Colwyn BayCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
3h 28m

Welshpool to Colwyn Bay by train

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.8 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Welshpool, Wales and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Colwyn Bay hourly. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to St Paul`s Church via Wrexham Bus Station 6, Lenten Pool, and Glan Clwyd Hospital in around 6h 1m.

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