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

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7

train journeys
per day

208

miles (335 kms)

7hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

06:25 / 18:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 7 scheduled rail journeys between Exeter St David's and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Exeter St David's to Colchester is approximately 208 miles (335 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 33 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter St David's and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Exeter St David's to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Exeter St David's to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    9 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    9 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:28
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:27
    9 hrs 2 changes
    17:27
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    9 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    9 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:28
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:27
    7 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:27
    7 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Exeter St David's
    Colchester
    Exeter St David's to Colchester

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

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 St David's and Colchester

The travel time between Exeter St David's and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Exeter St David's and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 7 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 18:55.

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Amenities on trains between Exeter St David's 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 St David's & Colchester. owever, there are 7 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter St David's and Colchester.

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