Rugeley to Colchester by train
| First train | 17:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:53 | |
| Departure station | Rugeley | |
| Arrival station | Colchester | |
| Journey time | From 5h 47m | |
| Distance | 133 miles (215 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Rugeley to Colchester by train
Looking to travel from Rugeley to Colchester by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 49 minutes to travel from Rugeley to Colchester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 47 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 133 miles (215 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Colchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia or CrossCountry to get to Colchester – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Rugeley to Colchester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Rugeley to Colchester
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