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Compare train for Colchester to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $91. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $91, and a train costs an average of $91.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$91 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
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FAQs: Travel from Colchester to Reading
Travel to Reading 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 Colchester to Reading.
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
- Around 8 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Colchester and Reading as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Colchester station (COL) and arrive in Reading station (RDG).
- Buses mostly depart from Marks Tey, A120 and arrive in Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride.
- Travel with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line to go to Reading by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Reading by bus.
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