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Compare coach and train for Colchester to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £47, and a coach costs an average of £58.
Distance: 216 km
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3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Colchester to Gloucester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Colchester to Gloucester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Colchester to Gloucester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Colchester to Gloucester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Colchester to Gloucester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Colchester to Gloucester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 21:19 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia from Colchester to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and Gloucester from £47. 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 Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Gloucester 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 Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and Gloucester
Most Colchester to Gloucester trains use the Colchester to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Colchester station do trains to Gloucester 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 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.
Which Gloucester station do trains from Colchester arrive at?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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: Yes.
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