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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Colchester Town (CET)

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30

train journeys
per day

177

miles (285 kms)

3hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Colchester Town is approximately 177 miles (285 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 24 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Colchester Town.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:54
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:53
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:23
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:37
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:18
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:18
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:18
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:18
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:54
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:18
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:18
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:54
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:18
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:03
    Cardiff Central
    Colchester Town
    Cardiff Central to Colchester Town

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Colchester Town

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:49.

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

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Colchester Town 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 Central & Colchester Town. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Colchester Town.

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