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Trains from Bishop Auckland to Colchester (COL)

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14

train journeys
per day

218

miles (351 kms)

4hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

07:27 / 20:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bishop Auckland to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Bishop Auckland and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bishop Auckland to Colchester is approximately 218 miles (351 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 32 mins.

Northern Rail, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Bishop Auckland and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bishop Auckland to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 46 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Bishop Auckland to Colchester

Journeys from Bishop Auckland to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:27
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    12:37
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:27
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    13:37
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:27
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    14:37
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:24
    5 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    15:37
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:27
    5 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    16:38
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:27
    5 hrs 6 mins3 changes
    17:33
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:27
    5 hrs 6 mins3 changes
    18:33
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:26
    5 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    19:33
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:27
    5 hrs 9 mins3 changes
    20:36
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:27
    5 hrs 9 mins3 changes
    21:36
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:26
    4 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    22:16
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:27
    4 hrs 46 mins4 changes
    23:13
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:27
    6 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    01:57
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:26
    10 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    06:29
    Bishop Auckland
    Colchester
    Bishop Auckland to Colchester

About Bishop Auckland Station

Station name Bishop Auckland (BIA)
AddressBishop Auckland station, Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7EJ
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:50 - 12:25 13:00 - 16:25
Saturday 08:50 - 12:25 13:00 - 16:25
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
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 Bishop Auckland and Colchester

The travel time between Bishop Auckland and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bishop Auckland and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:27, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:52.

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Amenities on trains between Bishop Auckland 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 Bishop Auckland & Colchester. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Bishop Auckland and Colchester.

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