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Trains from Carmarthen (CMN) to Colchester (COL)

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4

train journeys
per day

222

miles (357 kms)

11hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:45 / 17:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Carmarthen (CMN) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 4 scheduled rail journeys between Carmarthen and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carmarthen to Colchester is approximately 222 miles (357 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 11hrs 53 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Carmarthen and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carmarthen to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 11hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Carmarthen to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:45
    11 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Carmarthen
    Colchester
    Carmarthen to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:59
    12 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:28
    Carmarthen
    Colchester
    Carmarthen to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:06
    11 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Carmarthen
    Colchester
    Carmarthen to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:03
    11 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Carmarthen
    Colchester
    Carmarthen to Colchester

About Carmarthen Station

Station name Carmarthen (CMN)
Address Carmarthen station, Station Road, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, SA31 2BE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 18:00
Saturday 06:45 - 18:00
Sunday 10:15 - 17:45
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 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 Carmarthen and Colchester

The travel time between Carmarthen and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 11hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 11hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carmarthen and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 4 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 17:01.

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Amenities on trains between Carmarthen 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 Carmarthen & Colchester. owever, there are 4 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Carmarthen and Colchester.

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