Colchester to St James Park (Exeter) by train
| First train | 06:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:02 | |
| Departure station | Colchester | |
| Arrival station | St James Park (Exeter) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 50m | |
| Distance | 207 miles (333 km) | |
| Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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Taking the train from Colchester to St James Park (Exeter) in 3 hours 50 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Colchester to St James Park (Exeter)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 35 minutes to travel the 207 miles (333 km) from Colchester to St James Park (Exeter) by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or CrossCountry to St James Park (Exeter). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Colchester to St James Park (Exeter) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 St James Park (Exeter) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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