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Trains from Bracknell (BCE) to Colchester (COL)

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61

train journeys
per day

78

miles (125 kms)

2hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

00:43 / 00:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Bracknell (BCE) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 61 scheduled rail journeys between Bracknell and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 61 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bracknell to Colchester is approximately 78 miles (125 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 53 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Bracknell and Colchester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bracknell to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Bracknell to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:43
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:45
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:22
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:46
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:46
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:46
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Bracknell
    Colchester
    Bracknell to Colchester

About Bracknell Station

Station name Bracknell (BCE)
Address Bracknell station, Market Street, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 19:35
Saturday 05:55 - 19:40
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bracknell and Colchester

The travel time between Bracknell and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bracknell and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 61 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

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Amenities on trains between Bracknell and Colchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bracknell & Colchester. owever, there are 61 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Bracknell and Colchester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bracknell and Colchester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.