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Outbound fromColwyn Bay to Newcastle by train
It takes an average of 6h 9m to travel from Colwyn Bay to Newcastle by train, over a distance of around 144 miles (231 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from Colwyn Bay to Newcastle and tickets for this journey start from £28.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:34 | |
| Departure station | Colwyn Bay | |
| Arrival station | Newcastle | |
| Journey time | From 4h 17m | |
| Distance | 144 miles (231 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £28.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Colwyn Bay to Newcastle
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The train from Colwyn Bay to Newcastle usually takes 6 hours 9 minutes on average to travel 144 miles (231 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 17 minutes. You can expect to find 51 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Newcastle, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Colwyn Bay to Newcastle if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £28.60. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Colwyn Bay to Newcastle
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Colwyn Bay to Newcastle is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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