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Colwyn Bay to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 26.23, with average prices for this route around NZD 121.41. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:11 8 hours 5 minutes, Changes required Colwyn Bay	06:16 +1 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets

Colwyn Bay to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

04:45

Last train

22:11

Departure station

Colwyn Bay

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2 hours 8 minutes

Distance

153 km

Price

NZD 26.23*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 Colwyn Bay to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Colwyn Bay to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Colwyn Bay to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Colwyn Bay to Birmingham Train prices and times

Colwyn Bay to Birmingham Train Route Details