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Trip Overview

The average train between Hereford and Colchester takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford to Colchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 35m
Duration
232 mi
Distance
£117
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hereford to Colchester train times

Trains run hourly between Hereford and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Hereford is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Colchester at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 19m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 3m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 48m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 44m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia8h 48m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia8h 48m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 58m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia8h 46m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 50m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 46m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 11m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 7m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 34m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 58m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia8h 48m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 58m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hereford to Colchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Hereford to Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 231.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Hereford, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Hereford to Colchester via Newport (S Wales), London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 11m.

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