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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontypridd and Colchester takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is an hourly train service from Pontypridd 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.

4h 21m
Duration
213 mi
Distance
£110
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Pontypridd to Colchester train times

Trains run hourly between Pontypridd and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Colchester at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 33m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 33m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 33m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 57m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 10m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 57m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 10m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 57m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 10m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 57m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 10m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 57m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 10m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 57m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 10m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 27m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontypridd 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.

Map of how to get from Pontypridd to Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 212.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 10m.

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