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Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Colchester (COL)

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27

train journeys
per day

187

miles (301 kms)

5hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

07:12 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Accrington and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Accrington to Colchester is approximately 187 miles (301 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 53 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Accrington and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Accrington to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 27 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Accrington to Colchester

Journeys from Accrington to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:12
    4 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    12:04
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:12
    4 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    13:04
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:23
    5 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    14:04
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:12
    5 hrs 1 min3 changes
    14:13
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:12
    4 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    15:04
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:12
    4 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    16:04
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:12
    4 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    17:05
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:23
    5 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    17:58
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:12
    5 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    18:15
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:23
    5 hrs 39 mins4 changes
    19:02
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:12
    5 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    19:15
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:13
    5 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    19:53
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:23
    5 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    20:04
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:12
    5 hrs 1 min3 changes
    20:13
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:23
    5 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    21:04
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:12
    5 hrs 1 min3 changes
    21:13
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:13
    5 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    21:51
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:12
    4 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    22:04
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:23
    5 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    23:05
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:12
    5 hrs 1 min3 changes
    23:13
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester

About Accrington Station

Station name Accrington (ACR)
AddressAccrington station, Eagle Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1LJ
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:40 - 15:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 15:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 15:00
Thursday 06:40 - 15:00
Friday 06:40 - 15:00
Saturday 06:40 - 15:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Accrington and Colchester

The travel time between Accrington and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Accrington and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Accrington 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 Accrington & Colchester. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Accrington and Colchester.

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