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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Bedford St Johns (BSJ)

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17

train journeys
per day

60

miles (96 kms)

2hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:35 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Bedford St Johns (BSJ)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Bedford St Johns , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Bedford St Johns is approximately 60 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 54 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Bedford St Johns.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Bedford St Johns. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 36 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester to Bedford St Johns

Journeys from Colchester to Bedford St Johns Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:35
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    08:11
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:01
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    09:20
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:09
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:13
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    11:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:12
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:12
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:12
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:12
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    15:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:12
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:12
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:12
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    18:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:11
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:02
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    20:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:11
    2 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    20:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:02
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:00
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    22:41
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:02
    7 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    06:13
    Colchester
    Bedford St Johns
    Colchester to Bedford St Johns

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 Bedford St Johns Station

Station name Bedford St Johns (BSJ)
Address Bedford St Johns station, Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Bedford St Johns

The travel time between Colchester and Bedford St Johns by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Bedford St Johns vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester and Bedford St Johns typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Bedford St Johns 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 & Bedford St Johns. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Bedford St Johns.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester and Bedford St Johns, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.