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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Exeter St David's (EXD)

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26

train journeys
per day

208

miles (335 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Exeter St David's (EXD)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Exeter St David's , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Exeter St David's is approximately 208 miles (335 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 28 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Exeter St David's.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Exeter St David's. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Exeter St David's Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:12
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:54
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:07
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:13
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:08
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:12
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:10
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    17:15
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    18:09
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:02
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    19:03
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:15
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:03
    4 hrs 2 changes
    20:03
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:29
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    20:12
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:04
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:08
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester to Exeter St David's

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
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

About Exeter St David's Station

Station name Exeter St David's (EXD)
Address Exeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:40
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 07:30 - 20:40
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 Colchester and Exeter St David's

The travel time between Colchester and Exeter St David's by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Exeter St David's vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester and Exeter St David's typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Exeter St David's 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 & Exeter St David's. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Exeter St David's.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester and Exeter St David's, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.