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Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Colchester (COL)

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23

train journeys
per day

207

miles (334 kms)

3hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Exeter Central and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Exeter Central to Colchester is approximately 207 miles (334 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 51 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Exeter Central to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Exeter Central to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:02
    7 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    11:38
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:53
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:51
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:32
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    19:39
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:51
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    20:11
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    21:04
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:41
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    22:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:55
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:41
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Exeter Central
    Colchester
    Exeter Central to Colchester

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Exeter Central and Colchester

The travel time between Exeter Central and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Exeter Central and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Exeter Central & Colchester. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Colchester.

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