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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Whiston (WHN)

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23

train journeys
per day

186

miles (300 kms)

5hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 7 changes)

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Whiston (WHN)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Whiston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Whiston is approximately 186 miles (300 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 22 mins.

Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, Elizabeth Line, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Whiston.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Whiston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 3 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester to Whiston

Journeys from Colchester to Whiston Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:41
    5 hrs 37 mins 5 changes
    10:18
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:00
    5 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    11:18
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:01
    5 hrs 17 mins 5 changes
    12:18
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:02
    5 hrs 16 mins 5 changes
    13:18
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:01
    5 hrs 17 mins 5 changes
    14:18
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:00
    5 hrs 19 mins 5 changes
    15:19
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:00
    5 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    16:18
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:12
    5 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    16:48
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:00
    5 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    17:18
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:00
    5 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    18:06
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:12
    5 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    18:50
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:00
    5 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    19:18
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:00
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    20:03
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:02
    5 hrs 24 mins 5 changes
    21:26
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:12
    6 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    22:19
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:02
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    22:32
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:11
    6 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    23:19
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:02
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    23:48
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:11
    5 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    00:06
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:34
    11 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    06:01
    Colchester
    Whiston
    Colchester to Whiston

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 Whiston Station

Station name Whiston (WHN)
Address Whiston station, Drive Way, Whiston, Merseyside, L35 3TY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:55
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:55
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:55
Thursday 06:00 - 23:55
Friday 06:00 - 23:55
Saturday 06:00 - 23:55
Sunday 08:40 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 Whiston

The travel time between Colchester and Whiston 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 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Whiston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Whiston 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 & Whiston. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, Elizabeth Line, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Whiston.

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