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Compare train and coach for Colchester to Weston-super-Mare
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 275 km
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£64 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Colchester to Weston-super-Mare train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Weston-super-Mare trains for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:55
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 09:30 Colchester | 3h05 | 12:35 Weston-super-Mare | 2 changes | |
| 10:04 Colchester | 3h26 | 13:30 Weston-super-Mare | 2 changes | |
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Great Western Rail as well as Abellio Greater Anglia offer trains services from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 275 km distance in 3h 37m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 275 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 19:48 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare trainsGreat Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and Weston-super-Mare from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
£35
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£152
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Colchester to Weston-super-Mare train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare 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 Weston-super-Mare, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The train journey from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare covers a distance of 275 km and takes approximately 3h 37m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare is 275 km.
The first train from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare leaves at 5:11.
The last train from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare departs at 19:48.
Trains from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare.
To get from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare.
The train station in Colchester that goes to Weston-super-Mare is Colchester station (COL), and it arrives at Weston-Super-Mare (WSM).
The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare is by train, costing approximately £35.
Booking trains from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare offers a variety of scenery, passing through picturesque countryside, charming villages, and the rolling hills of Somerset, providing passengers with a pleasant visual experience.
A day trip from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 37m each way. However, there are 5 trains per day for this route.
In Weston-super-Mare, you can visit the Water Adventure Play Park, a great spot for families with splash zones and playgrounds, or explore the Weston-super-Mare Beach, perfect for sunbathing and building sandcastles. Take a stroll along the Marine Lake for a peaceful walk and birdwatching, or enjoy a show at the Playhouse Theatre, which offers a range of performances from drama to comedy. Discover local art at Weston Artspace, a community hub for exhibitions. Don't miss the Grand Pier with its amusement rides and arcade games, or learn about local history at the Weston Museum. For natural beauty, head to Sand Bay or the Uphill Local Nature Reserve, both ideal for walks and enjoying the scenery. Lastly, the Helicopter Museum offers a fascinating look at aviation history.
Two to three days in Weston-super-Mare is typically sufficient to explore its sandy beaches, enjoy the Grand Pier, and visit local attractions like the Weston Museum and the Helicopter Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and Weston-super-Mare
Colchester
Weston-super-Mare
The major train station for departures in Colchester is Colchester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester for your trip from Colchester to Weston-super-Mare.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bays
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all platforms. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Situated by the South entrance, and in the main car park by the North entrance. A secure 134-space cycle compound is also available (key fob required, speak to station staff for availability).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Colchester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Weston-super-Mare is Weston-Super-Mare. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Weston-Super-Mare for your journey to Weston-super-Mare from Colchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 17:45 Saturday 06:10 - 17:45 Sunday 10:20 - 18:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Taunton bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station, platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Weston-Super-Mare
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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