The average train between Devon and Colchester takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Devon to Colchester. 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 Devon and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Devon is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Colchester at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Devon to Colchester? 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 Devon to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Devon station and arriving at Colchester station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Devon to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Devon to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Colchester station.
Book your Devon to Colchester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Devon and Colchester is 347.3 km. The road distance is 384 km.
You can take a train from Yeoford to Colchester via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 14m.