What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Colchester is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £50 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Reading to Colchester?

The distance between Reading and Colchester is 92 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £50 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Reading to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Colchester train from?

Reading to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Colchester train arrive?

Reading to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Colchester is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Reading to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1010+ hotels available in Colchester.

Reading to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Colchester by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 52m
£52–85
Drive 101.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Colchestercar 101.6 mi
2h 7m
£25–36
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 7m
£29–70
Train via London #2
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 35m
£32–76

Reading to Colchester by train

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Distance: 91.6 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 1h 52m.

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