This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Colchester (COL)

Find the cheapest fares to Colchester by splitting your tickets

36

train journeys
per day

43

miles (69 kms)

1hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Colchester (COL)

Buy tickets from Canterbury West to Colchester. Explore the list of all train routes from Canterbury West to Colchester and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West 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 Canterbury West to Colchester is approximately 43 miles (69 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 33 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:49
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:22
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:04
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    15:04
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    15:20
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    16:04
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:21
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    17:04
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:23
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Canterbury West
    Colchester
    Canterbury West to Colchester

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Canterbury West and Colchester

The travel time between Canterbury West and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West 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 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

First class tickets on trains between Canterbury West and Colchester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Canterbury West and Colchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Canterbury West and Colchester. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Colchester, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Canterbury West & Colchester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Colchester.

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