The average train between Colchester and Worcester takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Colchester to Worcester. 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 Worcester. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colchester is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Worcester at 8:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Colchester to Worcester? 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 Worcester. However, there are services departing from Colchester station and arriving at Worcester station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Colchester to Worcester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.
Colchester to Worcester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Worcester Shrub Hill station.
Book your Colchester to Worcester train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Colchester and Worcester is 216.3 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Colchester to Worcester Shrub Hill via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h 1m.