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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Reading to Colchester

Composite routes from Reading to Colchester

Cheapest
2 h 6 min
Car
163 km.
from $8
Other
1 h 50 min
136 km.
from $82.54
2 h 6 min
136 km.
from $50.72
2 h 34 min
136 km.
from $71.65

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
38 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 24m
Hourly
$27.85–$69.62
0345 6000 650
0345 6000 650
Call
Elizabeth Line
Website
53 min
Twice daily
$12.66–$32.91
0343 222 1234
0343 222 1234
Call
Greater Anglia
Website
39 min
Every 20 minutes
$25.32–$36.71
[email protected]
Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $36.96 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct train between Reading and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Reading to Colchester?

The distance between Reading and Colchester is 147 km. The road distance is 183.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $36.96 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Reading to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Colchester train from?

Reading to Colchester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Colchester train arrive?

Reading to Colchester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Colchester is 184 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Reading to Colchester.

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

Book your Reading to Colchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 825+ hotels available in Colchester. Prices start at $40.99 per night.
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