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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Colchester Stations

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27

train journeys
per day

176

miles (284 kms)

3hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Colchester Stations is approximately 176 miles (284 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 8 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Colchester Stations .

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    3 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    10:46
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    11:22
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:54
    3 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    11:46
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    4 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    12:16
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    3 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    4 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    13:19
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    13:46
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    3 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    14:15
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    3 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    14:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    4 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    15:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:54
    3 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    15:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    16:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    16:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    17:17
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:54
    3 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    17:39
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    18:21
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:54
    4 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    19:01
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    19:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    3 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    19:46
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:30
    3 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    20:19
    Cardiff Bay
    Colchester
    Cardiff Bay to Colchester

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Bay and Colchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Colchester Stations .

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