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Trains from Pontypridd (PPD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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30

train journeys
per day

182

miles (294 kms)

4hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Pontypridd (PPD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Pontypridd 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 Pontypridd to Colchester Town is approximately 182 miles (294 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 21 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Pontypridd to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Pontypridd to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:15
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    10:03
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:37
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    11:03
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:37
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    12:03
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    12:27
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    13:03
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:38
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    14:03
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:54
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:38
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    15:27
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:38
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    16:03
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:38
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    17:27
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:38
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    18:03
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:08
    4 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    18:27
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:38
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    19:03
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:08
    4 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    19:27
    Pontypridd
    Colchester Town
    Pontypridd to Colchester Town

About Pontypridd Station

Station name Pontypridd (PPD)
Address Pontypridd station, Broadway, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF37 1DT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:15
Saturday 08:30 - 16:45
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Pontypridd and Colchester Town

The travel time between Pontypridd and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Pontypridd 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 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

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

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

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