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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Colchester
Showing times and prices for 20 Nov
Cheapest price
£197
Average price
£197
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
335 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Colchester will cost around £197 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £197.
Fast trains
To travel from Swansea to Colchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
03:465h19
Swansea09:05Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
04:594h14
Swansea09:13Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
05:294h08
Swansea09:37Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
05:574h16
Swansea10:13Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
06:264h10
Swansea10:36Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
18:233h53
Swansea22:16Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
09:223h54
Swansea13:16Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
10:223h54
Swansea14:16Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
19:213h57
Swansea23:18Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
05:294h08
Swansea09:37Colchester
£1971One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Swansea to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, and a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 335 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£94 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Colchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Colchester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:38
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:46 Swansea | 5h19 | 09:05 Colchester | 2 changes | |
| 04:59 Swansea | 4h14 | 09:13 Colchester | 2 changes | |
| 05:29 Swansea | 4h08 | 09:37 Colchester | 2 changes | |
| 05:57 Swansea | 4h16 | 10:13 Colchester | 2 changes | |
| 06:26 Swansea | 4h10 | 10:36 Colchester | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Colchester
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Trains from Swansea to Colchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £64 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 335 km distance in 4h 48m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £64
Distance 335 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 21:00 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £64
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swansea to Colchester trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Colchester from £64. 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
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£39
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£198
first_great_western frequency
15 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Colchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Colchester is by coach, costing approximately £64.
For a fulfilling visit to Colchester, two to three days should suffice to explore its historical sites, such as Colchester Castle and the Roman ruins, enjoy local museums, and experience the natural beauty of nearby areas like High Woods Country Park.
The train distance from Swansea to Colchester is 335 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Colchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £94, while the average price tends to be around £94.
The last train from Swansea to Colchester departs at 21:00.
To travel from Swansea to Colchester, you can take a train.
Booking trains from Swansea to Colchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Colchester.
The train journey from Swansea to Colchester covers a distance of 335 km and takes approximately 4h 48m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Colchester is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Colchester station (COL).
The first train from Swansea to Colchester leaves at 3:38.
Trains from Swansea to Colchester run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Colchester.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Colchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Colchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Colchester
Swansea
Colchester
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Colchester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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 Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Colchester is Colchester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester for your journey to Colchester from Swansea.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:15 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: There is a Council managed car park behind the station
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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located alongside the ticket office and only open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Colchester Town
- Onward travel information: Colchester Town Station is around 5 minutes walk from Colchester Bus Station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Town Railway Station Bus Stops (stop B) for planned rail replacement only.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Hythe (Essex)
- Onward travel information: Local Colchester Town service Buses stop near station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus services stop at station entrance adjacent to level crossing
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