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Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Colchester to Bridlington. The train trip from Colchester to Bridlington is usually about 8 hours and 36 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Greater Anglia + Connections train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 158 mi (254 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 28m |
| Lowest price | £135.03 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Colchester to Bridlington?
Greater Anglia + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Colchester to Bridlington. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia + Connections | 4 | 8h 37m | £135.03 |
Greater Anglia + Connections train tickets from Colchester to Bridlington start from £126, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Greater Anglia + Connections schedules to Bridlington. Greater Anglia + Connections in Colchester leaves from Hythe (Essex) . And in Bridlington trains arrive at Bridlington Station .
From Colchester to Bridlington train travel on Greater Anglia + Connections takes 8 hours and 37 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bridlington faster, Greater Anglia + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 28 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Colchester and Bridlington is approximately 158 miles, or 254 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 36 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 28 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Colchester to Bridlington are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Colchester at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Colchester?
Main departure station: Hythe (Essex)
There is one train station in Colchester.
All train stations in Colchester:
Hythe (Essex)
Where is the train station in Bridlington?
Main arrival station: Bridlington Station
Bridlington has one train station.
Train stations in Bridlington:
Bridlington Station
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