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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colchester to Reading

Composite routes from Colchester to Reading

Cheapest
2 h 7 min
Car
164 km.
from $9
Other
1 h 44 min
136 km.
from $82.07
2 h 13 min
136 km.
from $50.89
2 h 40 min
136 km.
from $72.15

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 4
First Great Western Service
Website
South Western Railway
Website
Elizabeth Line
Website
Greater Anglia
Website
First Great Western Service
Website
37 min
Every 10 minutes
$24.05–$60.76
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
South Western Railway
Website
1h 22m
Hourly
$27.85–$69.62
0345 6000 650
0345 6000 650
Call
Elizabeth Line
Website
53 min
3 times a day
$12.66–$32.91
0343 222 1234
0343 222 1234
Call
Greater Anglia
Website
38 min
Every 20 minutes
$25.32–$36.71
[email protected]
Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Reading is to drive which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Reading is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $36.96 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Reading. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Reading via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Colchester to Reading?

The distance between Colchester and Reading is 147 km. The road distance is 185.4 km.

How do I travel from Colchester to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $36.96 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Colchester to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Reading train from?

Colchester to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

What is the time difference between Colchester and Reading?

It is currently 22:08 at both, Colchester and Reading.

Where does the Colchester to Reading train arrive?

Colchester to Reading train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Reading is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Colchester to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Reading?

Book your Colchester to Reading train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1248+ hotels available in Reading. Prices start at $40.55 per night.
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