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Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester by train

First train

16:18

Last train

21:18

Departure station

Gillingham (Dorset)

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

From 3h 53m

Distance

149 miles (239 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia

How to travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Gillingham (Dorset) and Colchester, which usually take 5 hours 10 minutes to complete the 149 miles (239 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 53 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Colchester by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Colchester? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Gillingham (Dorset) and Colchester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester is 3 hours and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester?

No, there are no direct train services from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester. Travelling from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester leave?

The first train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester leaves at 16:18. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester leave?

The last train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester leaves at 21:18. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Gillingham (Dorset) and Colchester by train?

Trains travelling from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester cover a distance of around 149 miles (239 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Colchester to Gillingham (Dorset).

Cheap train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to Colchester

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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