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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Sep 24

Cheapest

€56

Average

€79

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

08:22AM3h44

Cardiff Central

12:06PMColchester

€561One-way

2 transfers

11:20AM3h51

Cardiff Central

03:11PMColchester

€681One-way

2 transfers

10:20AM3h51

Cardiff Central

02:11PMColchester

€681One-way

2 transfers

12:20PM3h51

Cardiff Central

04:11PMColchester

€681One-way

2 transfers

11:25AM4h10

Cardiff Central

03:35PMColchester

€1361One-way

3 transfers

Train schedule from Cardiff to Colchester

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 24

First Great Western Service

08:50AM3h25

Cardiff Central

12:15PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

09:30AM3h40

Cardiff Central

01:10PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

10:20AM3h15

Cardiff Central

01:35PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

11:20AM3h15

Cardiff Central

02:35PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

12:20PM3h15

Cardiff Central

03:35PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

01:20PM3h15

Cardiff Central

04:35PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

02:20PM3h15

Cardiff Central

05:35PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

03:17PM3h26

Cardiff Central

06:43PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

04:20PM3h23

Cardiff Central

07:43PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

05:20PM2h55

Cardiff Central

08:15PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

06:20PM3h15

Cardiff Central

09:35PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

07:20PM3h15

Cardiff Central

10:35PMColchester

2 transfers

First Great Western Service

08:20PM3h15

Cardiff Central

11:35PMColchester

2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Colchester

	Distance	177 miles (285 km)
	Train frequency	26 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	Great Western Railway

Trains from Cardiff to Colchester cover the 177 miles (285 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 15 min with our travel partners like Great Western Railway. Normally, there are 26 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Colchester.

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Colchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Colchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Colchester.

On average the Cardiff to Colchester train time is 3 h 15 min covering the 177 mile (285 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff to Colchester leaves at 5: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff to Colchester leaves at 9: 20 PM.

There are 26 trains a day from Cardiff to Colchester which require at least one change with Great Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Cardiff to Colchester you can take a train with Great Western Railway. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Cardiff to Colchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 20 PM.

When departing from Cardiff, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Cardiff Central, Cardiff (Queen Street) and Rhoose Cardiff International Airport. When arriving in Colchester, you can end your trip in train stations like Colchester, Colchester Town and Colchester, Hythe Railway Station.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cardiff Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Colchester, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Colchester by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Colchester including taking a bus, flight or train.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Cardiff

Colchester

Cardiff Central is the most popular Cardiff railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Cardiff for your trip to Colchester.

Cardiff Central Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141, +44 3450507080

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30

Public transit options for Cardiff Central

Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)

Cardiff (Queen Street) Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY

Public transit options for Cardiff (Queen Street)

Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.

Rhoose Cardiff International Airport

Cardiff (Cathays) Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU

Public transit options for Cardiff (Cathays)

Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place

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