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Trains from Axminster to Colchester (COL)

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16

train journeys
per day

185

miles (298 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

00:09 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Axminster to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Axminster and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Axminster to Colchester is approximately 185 miles (298 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Axminster to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Axminster to Colchester

Journeys from Axminster to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:09
    10 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    10:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:52
    4 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    10:37
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:38
    5 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    13:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:03
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    14:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:03
    5 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    15:14
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:03
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    16:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:03
    5 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    17:05
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:03
    5 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    18:15
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:03
    5 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    19:15
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:03
    5 hrs 1 min3 changes
    20:04
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:03
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    21:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:03
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    22:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:03
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    23:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:03
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    00:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:05
    5 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    01:57
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:03
    11 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    10:13
    Axminster
    Colchester
    Axminster to Colchester

About Axminster Station

Station name Axminster (AXM)
AddressAxminster station, Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 17:00
Saturday 07:15 - 13:05
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
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 Axminster and Colchester

The travel time between Axminster and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Axminster and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Axminster 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 Axminster & Colchester. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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