Avanti West Coast
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Trains to Birmingham from Colwyn Bay
It takes an average of 2h 50m to travel from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 95 miles (153 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from £20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:43 | |
| Departure station | Colwyn Bay | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 2h 8m | |
| Distance | 95 miles (153 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £20 | |
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Plan your journey from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham
Considering a trip to Birmingham and need more information on how to take the train from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham? Start your search with us today!
Usually, the train from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham takes around 2 hours 50 minutes. Every day, there are around 8 trains running on this popular route.
You can take a direct train from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham.
Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales trains operate on this route.
From Colwyn Bay to Birmingham, tickets start from just £20.00. Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham start at £20§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Colwyn Bay to Birmingham is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.