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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester (COL)

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34

train journeys
per day

152

miles (245 kms)

3hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Temple Meads and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester is approximately 152 miles (245 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:23
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:47
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Colchester
    Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
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

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 Bristol Temple Meads and Colchester

The travel time between Bristol Temple Meads and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Bristol Temple Meads 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 Bristol Temple Meads & Colchester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Colchester.

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