The average train between Colchester and Saltash takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Colchester to Saltash. 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 every 4 hours between Colchester and Saltash. The earliest departure is at 8:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colchester is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Saltash at 9:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Colchester to Saltash? 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 Saltash. However, there are services departing from Colchester station and arriving at Saltash station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Colchester to Saltash train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.
Colchester to Saltash train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Saltash station.
Book your Colchester to Saltash train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Colchester and Saltash is 393.7 km. The road distance is 457 km.
You can take a train from Colchester to Saltash via Stratford and London Paddington in around 5h 31m.