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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Colchester
Cheapest price
£128
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
5
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Colchester will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.
To travel from Gloucester to Colchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a train costs an average of £96.
Distance: 216 km
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£109 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Colchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Colchester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:05 Gloucester | 3h11 | 10:16 Colchester | 2 changes | |
| 08:14 Gloucester | 3h06 | 11:20 Colchester | 2 changes | |
| 09:13 Gloucester | 3h01 | 12:14 Colchester | 2 changes | |
| 10:15 Gloucester | 2h58 | 13:13 Colchester | 2 changes | |
| 11:15 Gloucester | 3h01 | 14:16 Colchester | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Colchester
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Trains from Gloucester to Colchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 20:27 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Gloucester to Colchester trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Colchester from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gloucester to Colchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Colchester 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 Colchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Colchester
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bays
- 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
- 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
- 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 available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
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