Plymouth to Colchester train with Great Western Railway

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Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Cheapest

$119

Average

$119

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

03:54AM5h19

Plymouth

09:13AMColchester

$1191One-way

0 transfers

Plymouth to Colchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 24

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	03:54AM Plymouth	5h19	09:13AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Plymouth to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Fastest Journey

5 h 19 m

Average

5 h 19 m

Trains per day

Distance

390 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Colchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

03:54AM5h19

Plymouth

09:13AMColchester

$1191One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Colchester

Trains from Plymouth to Colchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€76) but you can travel from only $55 (€50) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $55 (€50)

Distance

242 miles (390 km)

Average train duration

5h 6m

Cheapest ticket price

$84 (€76)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 42m

First train

04:20

Last train

23:54

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $55 (€50)

Train providers: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western from Plymouth to Colchester trains

Travel to Colchester from Plymouth from $85 (€76) with Omio’s train partners Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Train information from Plymouth to Colchester with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 4 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: $85

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Plymouth to Colchester. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

FAQs: Trains from Plymouth to Colchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Colchester.

Cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Colchester can start from as little as $84 (€76) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Plymouth to Colchester is $150 (€135); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Plymouth and Colchester is on average 4 h 42 min for the 242 mile (390 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Plymouth and Colchester by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Plymouth to Colchester leaves at 3: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Plymouth to Colchester leaves at 11: 54 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Plymouth to Colchester which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

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

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

A trip to Colchester from Plymouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 42 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Plymouth to Colchester is July.

You have options as you can travel to Colchester from Plymouth 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.