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Trains from Barnstaple (BNP) to Colchester (COL)

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13

train journeys
per day

220

miles (355 kms)

5hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

06:25 / 19:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Barnstaple (BNP) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Barnstaple and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Barnstaple to Colchester is approximately 220 miles (355 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 36 mins.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Barnstaple and Colchester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Barnstaple to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 12 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Barnstaple to Colchester

Journeys from Barnstaple to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:25
    5 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    11:37
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:22
    5 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    13:13
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:35
    5 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    14:13
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:35
    5 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    15:14
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:35
    5 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    16:13
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:35
    5 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    17:05
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:35
    5 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    18:15
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:35
    5 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    19:15
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:35
    5 hrs 29 mins3 changes
    20:04
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:35
    5 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    21:13
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:31
    5 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    22:13
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:33
    5 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    23:13
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:38
    5 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    00:13
    Barnstaple
    Colchester
    Barnstaple to Colchester

About Barnstaple Station

Station name Barnstaple (BNP)
AddressBarnstaple station, Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 17:50
Saturday 06:15 - 17:50
Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Barnstaple and Colchester

The travel time between Barnstaple and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Barnstaple and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:46.

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Amenities on trains between Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple & Colchester. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Barnstaple and Colchester.

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