The average train between Colchester and North Devon takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Colchester to North Devon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Colchester and North Devon. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colchester is at 11:02 PM which arrives into North Devon at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Colchester to North Devon? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Colchester to North Devon. However, there are services departing from Colchester station and arriving at North Devon station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.
Colchester to North Devon train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.
Colchester to North Devon train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Colchester to North Devon train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Colchester and North Devon is 355.1 km. The road distance is 430 km.
You can take a train from Colchester to Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 32m.