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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Stafford (STA)

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31

train journeys
per day

141

miles (228 kms)

3hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:35 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Stafford is approximately 141 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 37 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Stafford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Stafford Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:35
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:00
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:43
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:14
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:45
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:09
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:34
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:30
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:22
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:30
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:30
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:00
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:30
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    18:31
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:43
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:30
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    19:31
    Colchester
    Stafford
    Colchester to Stafford

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 Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Stafford

The travel time between Colchester and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Stafford 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 & Stafford. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Stafford.

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