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Manchester to Colwyn Bay train prices and times
Looking to travel from Manchester to Colwyn Bay? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £7.00, with average prices for this route around £10.10.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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15:48 Manchester Oxford Road | 17:41 Colwyn Bay | 1h 53m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:55 Manchester Piccadilly | 17:54 Colwyn Bay | 1h 59m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:06 Manchester Victoria | 18:14 Colwyn Bay | 2h 8m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:48 Manchester Oxford Road | 18:42 Colwyn Bay | 1h 54m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:06 Manchester Victoria | 19:09 Colwyn Bay | 2h 3m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:48 Manchester Oxford Road | 19:36 Paris | 1h 48m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Manchester to Colwyn Bay train route details

First train
05:05

Last train
23:45

Journey time
1h 45m

Distance
64 miles

Price
£7.00*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Colwyn Bay ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Manchester to Colwyn Bay more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester to Colwyn Bay train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Manchester to Colwyn Bay with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
- Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.