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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to Cheltenham
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€73
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€73
Fastest journey on Sep 08
4 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
4 h 13 m
Trains on Sep 08
1
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Cheltenham will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 1 trains from Colchester to Cheltenham, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:18 AM4h13Colchester11:31 AMCheltenham€731One-way0 transfers
- 7:18 AM4h13Colchester11:31 AMCheltenham€731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Colchester to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €68, while a bus costs an average of €77.
Distance: 205 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€68 Average price Cheapest | €77 Average price | €46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Colchester to Cheltenham:
A train is €9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Colchester to Cheltenham costing on average €77.
Other travel options to Cheltenham take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 58m.
Live departures
Colchester to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:18 AM Colchester | 4h13 | 11:31 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Cheltenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Colchester to Cheltenham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €68 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €68 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 4:41 AM |
Last train 9:02 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia from Colchester to Cheltenham trainsGreat Western Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and Cheltenham from €68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Colchester to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Cheltenham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Colchester to Cheltenham
Most Colchester to Cheltenham trains use the Colchester to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Colchester station do trains to Cheltenham leave from?
Getting to Colchester from Colchester city centre
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Colchester train station facilities and services
Colchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester. ATMs are available at Colchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Colchester Town from Colchester city centre
Colchester Town train station facilities and services
Colchester Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cheltenham station do trains from Colchester arrive at?
Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham Spa train station facilities and services
Cheltenham Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Railway Inn, The Coconut Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham Spa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Cheltenham Spa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham Spa: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Queens Hotel Cheltenham, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham.
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