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Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay by train

First train

19:27

Last train

21:27

Departure station

Letchworth Garden City

Arrival station

Colwyn Bay

Journey time

From 5h 43m

Distance

172 miles (278 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay? Look no further.

You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Letchworth Garden City and Colwyn Bay, which usually take 8 hours 4 minutes to complete the 172 miles (278 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Colwyn Bay by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Colwyn Bay? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay

Want to know more about your journey from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Colwyn Bay from Letchworth Garden City?

To travel to Colwyn Bay from Letchworth Garden City, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 8 hours and 4 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 43 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay?

Trains from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay take an average of 8 hours and 4 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 43 minutes. You'll usually find 3 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Letchworth Garden City and Colwyn Bay by train?

The quickest journey time between Letchworth Garden City and Colwyn Bay by train is 5 hours and 43 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay?

No, there are no direct trains running from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay

Book in advance

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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 Letchworth Garden City to Colwyn Bay 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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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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