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Trains from Colchester Stations to Reading

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74

train journeys
per day

85

miles (137 kms)

1hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester Stations to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 74 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Stations and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 74 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Stations to Reading is approximately 85 miles (137 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 6 mins.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 45 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester Stations  to Reading

Journeys from Colchester Stations to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:41
    2 hrs 30 mins2 changes
    07:11
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:12
    2 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    07:23
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:35
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    07:38
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:00
    1 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    07:52
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:14
    1 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    08:11
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:31
    1 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    08:22
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:43
    1 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    08:41
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:01
    1 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    08:53
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:14
    1 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    09:11
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:31
    1 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    09:23
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:45
    1 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    09:41
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:50
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    09:53
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:02
    1 hrs 53 mins2 changes
    09:55
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:09
    2 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    10:11
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:31
    1 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    10:26
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:34
    2 hrs 14 mins2 changes
    10:48
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:54
    2 hrs 1 min2 changes
    10:55
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:01
    2 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    11:11
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:13
    2 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    11:17
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:30
    1 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    11:26
    Colchester
    Reading
    Colchester to Reading

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
AddressLondon Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersAvailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Stations and Reading

The travel time between Colchester Stations and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Stations and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 74 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester Stations and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester Stations & Reading. owever, there are 74 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester Stations and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.