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Trains from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Colchester (COL)

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59

train journeys
per day

48

miles (78 kms)

1hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

04:39 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 59 scheduled rail journeys between St Mary Cray and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 59 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Mary Cray to Colchester is approximately 48 miles (78 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 24 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between St Mary Cray and Colchester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Mary Cray to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from St Mary Cray to Colchester Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:39
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:38
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:06
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:15
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:17
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:45
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:01
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:13
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:15
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:45
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:46
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:01
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:15
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:16
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:45
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:46
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:09
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:23
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:39
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:09
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    12:14
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:15
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:31
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:09
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:13
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:31
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:04
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:09
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    St Mary Cray
    Colchester
    St Mary Cray to Colchester

About St Mary Cray Station

Station name St Mary Cray (SMY)
Address St Mary Cray station, Sayes Court Road, St Mary Cray, Greater London, BR5 2PQ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:15 - 16:40
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between St Mary Cray and Colchester

The travel time between St Mary Cray and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Mary Cray and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 59 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between St Mary Cray and Colchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between St Mary Cray & Colchester. owever, there are 59 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between St Mary Cray and Colchester.

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