The average train between Redruth and Colchester takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Redruth 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Redruth and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Redruth is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Colchester at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Redruth 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.
No, there is no direct train from Redruth to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Redruth station and arriving at Colchester station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
Redruth to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Redruth station.
Redruth to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Colchester station.
Book your Redruth to Colchester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Redruth and Colchester is 466 km. The road distance is 550 km.
You can take a train from Redruth to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 5h 55m.