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Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Colchester (COL)

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8

train journeys
per day

127

miles (205 kms)

5hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

07:55 / 23:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Cheltenham Spa and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester is approximately 127 miles (205 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 59 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cheltenham Spa and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cheltenham Spa to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    14:28
    Cheltenham Spa
    Colchester
    Cheltenham Spa to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:59
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Cheltenham Spa
    Colchester
    Cheltenham Spa to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:59
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:28
    Cheltenham Spa
    Colchester
    Cheltenham Spa to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:59
    6 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Cheltenham Spa
    Colchester
    Cheltenham Spa to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:59
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:28
    Cheltenham Spa
    Colchester
    Cheltenham Spa to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:15
    5 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Cheltenham Spa
    Colchester
    Cheltenham Spa to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Cheltenham Spa
    Colchester
    Cheltenham Spa to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:06
    12 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Cheltenham Spa
    Colchester
    Cheltenham Spa to Colchester

About Cheltenham Spa Station

Station name Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Address Cheltenham Spa station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
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 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 Cheltenham Spa and Colchester

The travel time between Cheltenham Spa and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cheltenham Spa and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:26.

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Amenities on trains between Cheltenham Spa 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 Cheltenham Spa & Colchester. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cheltenham Spa and Colchester.

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