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Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Colchester (COL)

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12

train journeys
per day

202

miles (325 kms)

6hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Ainsdale and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ainsdale to Colchester is approximately 202 miles (325 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 14 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ainsdale and Colchester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ainsdale to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Ainsdale to Colchester Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:46
    7 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    06:51
    7 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:00
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    07:51
    7 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    08:51
    7 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    09:51
    7 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:28
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    10:51
    7 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    12:51
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    19:55
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    13:51
    7 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    21:28
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    14:51
    7 hrs 2 changes
    21:51
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    16:51
    6 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    20:51
    12 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    23:58
    13 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Ainsdale
    Colchester
    Ainsdale to Colchester

About Ainsdale Station

Station name Ainsdale (ANS)
Address Ainsdale station, Station Road, Ainsdale, Merseyside, PR8 3HJ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:27
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:27
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:27
Thursday 05:32 - 00:27
Friday 05:32 - 00:27
Saturday 05:32 - 00:27
Sunday 07:52 - 00:27
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Ainsdale and Colchester

The travel time between Ainsdale and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ainsdale and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Ainsdale 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 Ainsdale & Colchester. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ainsdale and Colchester.

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