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It takes an average of 5h 42m to travel from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester by train, over a distance of around 128 miles (205 km). There are normally 39 trains per day travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester and tickets for this journey start from £45 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:50 | |
| Departure station | Cheltenham Spa | |
| Arrival station | Colchester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 21m | |
| Distance | 128 miles (205 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £45 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Southern, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester in 3 hours 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 42 minutes to travel the 128 miles (205 km) from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 39 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia to Colchester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £45.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Colchester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.