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Trip Overview

The average train between Colchester and Ludlow takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Colchester to Ludlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 3m
Duration
255 mi
Distance
£126
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Colchester to Ludlow train times

Trains run hourly between Colchester and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 5:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colchester is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 18m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 10m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 16m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 15m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 16m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 15m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 16m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 15m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 16m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 15m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 16m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 15m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 10m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 44m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 10m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 37m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Colchester to Ludlow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Colchester to Ludlow.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 255.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Ludlow, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Ludlow via Stratford, London Paddington, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 46m.

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