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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Ashton-Under-Lyne (AHN)

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26

train journeys
per day

166

miles (268 kms)

5hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

9

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Ashton-Under-Lyne (AHN)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne is approximately 166 miles (268 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 22 mins.

Elizabeth Line, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, London Overground, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 5 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne

Journeys from Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:41
    6 hrs 14 mins 5 changes
    10:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:35
    5 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    11:01
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:00
    5 hrs 55 mins 5 changes
    11:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 5 changes
    12:01
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:20
    5 hrs 35 mins 5 changes
    12:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 5 changes
    13:01
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:02
    5 hrs 53 mins 5 changes
    13:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:31
    5 hrs 29 mins 5 changes
    14:00
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:18
    5 hrs 37 mins 5 changes
    14:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:30
    5 hrs 30 mins 6 changes
    15:00
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:00
    5 hrs 55 mins 5 changes
    15:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:12
    5 hrs 48 mins 5 changes
    16:00
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:00
    4 hrs 55 mins 5 changes
    16:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:12
    5 hrs 43 mins 5 changes
    17:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:30
    5 hrs 30 mins 6 changes
    18:00
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:00
    4 hrs 55 mins 5 changes
    18:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:12
    5 hrs 48 mins 5 changes
    20:00
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:18
    5 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    20:55
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:02
    5 hrs 21 mins 5 changes
    21:23
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:30
    5 hrs 31 mins 6 changes
    22:01
    Colchester
    Ashton-Under-Lyne
    Colchester to Ashton-Under-Lyne

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Ashton-Under-Lyne Station

Station name Ashton-Under-Lyne (AHN)
Address Ashton-under-Lyne station, Wellington Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL6 6JP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:55 - 20:05
Tuesday 06:55 - 20:05
Wednesday 06:55 - 20:05
Thursday 06:55 - 20:05
Friday 06:55 - 20:05
Saturday 06:55 - 20:05
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne

The travel time between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Ashton-Under-Lyne. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, London Overground, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester and Ashton-Under-Lyne, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.