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Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Colchester (COL)

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28

train journeys
per day

185

miles (299 kms)

4hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:51 / 23:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Aberdare and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberdare to Colchester is approximately 185 miles (299 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 25 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberdare to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Aberdare to Colchester Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:21
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:22
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    08:21
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    08:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    09:21
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    09:51
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    10:21
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    10:51
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    11:21
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    11:51
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    12:21
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:17
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    12:51
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    13:21
    5 hrs 3 changes
    18:21
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    13:51
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    14:21
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    14:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    15:21
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    20:19
    Aberdare
    Colchester
    Aberdare to Colchester

About Aberdare Station

Station name Aberdare (ABA)
Address Aberdare station, Abernant Road, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 0PU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:40
Saturday 07:40 - 15:55
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

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 Aberdare and Colchester

The travel time between Aberdare and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberdare and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:21.

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Amenities on trains between Aberdare 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 Aberdare & Colchester. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Colchester.

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