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Trains from Andover (ADV) to Colchester (COL)

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36

train journeys
per day

113

miles (182 kms)

2hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

00:14 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Andover (ADV) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Andover and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Andover to Colchester is approximately 113 miles (182 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 33 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Andover and Colchester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Andover to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Andover to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:14
    7 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:03
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:05
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:38
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:38
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:06
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:38
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:06
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:38
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:39
    Andover
    Colchester
    Andover to Colchester

About Andover Station

Station name Andover (ADV)
Address Andover station, Station Approach, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 3HW
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:50 - 17:40
Sunday 08:15 - 16:45
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 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 Andover and Colchester

The travel time between Andover and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Andover and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Andover 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 Andover & Colchester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Andover and Colchester.

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