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Trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Colchester (COL)

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18

train journeys
per day

211

miles (340 kms)

4hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Blackpool North and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Blackpool North to Colchester is approximately 211 miles (340 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 55 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Blackpool North and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Blackpool North to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Blackpool North to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:00
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:26
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:26
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:23
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:22
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:22
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:22
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:22
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:22
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    01:56
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    9 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Blackpool North
    Colchester
    Blackpool North to Colchester

About Blackpool North Station

Station name Blackpool North (BPN)
Address Blackpool North station, Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 2AB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:00
Saturday 06:40 - 23:00
Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Blackpool North and Colchester

The travel time between Blackpool North and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Blackpool North and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:45.

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Amenities on trains between Blackpool North 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 Blackpool North & Colchester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Blackpool North and Colchester.

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