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Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay, starting from £18.20 and averaging £18.20. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 46m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
18:53 Cardiff Central	22:52 Colwyn Bay	3h 59m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:38 Cardiff Central	23:54 Colwyn Bay	4h 16m, Direct	Find Tickets
21:35 Cardiff Central	01:39+1 Colwyn Bay	4h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
22:21 Cardiff Central	07:29+1 Paris	9h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay train route details

First train

05:19

Last train

22:21

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Colwyn Bay

Journey time

3h 46m

Distance

129 miles

Price

£18.20*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Colwyn Bay train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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