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C3852813:003h05Colchester station (COL)16:05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes- C42195+C38252+P0128414:303h06Colchester station (COL)17:36Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
- W34707+C38565+P0127613:303h05Colchester station (COL)16:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
- C42192+P66656+C3844612:022h58Colchester station (COL)15:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
- C42190+P66655+C3836511:023h01Colchester station (COL)14:03Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
- C42189+C38284+C0403910:042h56Colchester station (COL)13:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
- C42192+P66656+C3844612:022h58Colchester station (COL)15:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
- C42190+P66655+C3836511:023h01Colchester station (COL)14:03Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
- C42193+P01271+C3852813:003h05Colchester station (COL)16:05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
- W34707+C38565+P0127613:303h05Colchester station (COL)16:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Colchester to Bristol
The cheapest option from Colchester to Bristol is coach, with an average price of £43. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Bristol among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 246 km
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£48 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Colchester to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C42189+P01198+C37087 | 9:33 Colchester station (COL) | 3h27 | 13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| C42189+C04039+C38284 | 10:04 Colchester station (COL) | 2h56 | 13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| W34692+C38313+P01249 | 10:30 Colchester station (COL) | 3h07 | 13:37 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| C42190+P01097+C38363 | 10:43 Colchester station (COL) | 3h20 | 14:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| C38365+C42190+P66655 | 11:02 Colchester station (COL) | 3h01 | 14:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| P01258+C38407+C42191 | 11:30 Colchester station (COL) | 3h07 | 14:37 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| C42192+P66656+C38446 | 12:02 Colchester station (COL) | 2h58 | 15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Bristol
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Colchester to Bristol, including direct trains, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Lowest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia from Colchester to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and Bristol from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Colchester to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Bristol by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and Bristol
Most Colchester to Bristol trains use the Colchester to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Redland. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Colchester station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Colchester from Colchester city centre
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Colchester train station facilities and services
Colchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester. ATMs are available at Colchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hythe (Essex) from Colchester city centre
Hythe (Essex) is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Hythe (Essex) train station facilities and services
Hythe (Essex) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hythe (Essex): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hythe (Essex): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hythe (Essex): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Colchester Town from Colchester city centre
Colchester Town train station facilities and services
Colchester Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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