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Trains from Taunton (TAU) to Colchester Town (CET)

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22

train journeys
per day

182

miles (293 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:20 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Taunton (TAU) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Taunton and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Taunton to Colchester Town is approximately 182 miles (293 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Taunton to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Taunton to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:20
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:15
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:23
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:07
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:09
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:10
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    19:03
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    21:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:18
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    22:40
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    20:22
    10 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:17
    9 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    07:09
    Taunton
    Colchester Town
    Taunton to Colchester Town

About Taunton Station

Station name Taunton (TAU)
Address Taunton station, Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 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 Taunton and Colchester Town

The travel time between Taunton and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Taunton and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

Amenities on trains between Taunton 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 Taunton & Colchester Town. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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