Travelling from Reading to Colchester by train

Want to know how to get from Reading to Colchester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Reading to Colchester take around 1 hour and 43 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 138 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Reading is scheduled to depart at around  00:18. The last departure is usually at around 23:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Reading at around 00:19, with the last train leaving at around 23:45. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 104 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €39.41.

We think any time is a great time to visit Colchester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Colchester.

Is there a direct train from Reading to Colchester?

The journey between Reading and Colchester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Reading to Colchester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Reading to Colchester train travel takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Reading to Colchester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Colchester leaving Reading at around 00:18 and the last train leaving at around 23:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Reading at around 00:19, with the final departure at 23:45.