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Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Colchester (COL)

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23

train journeys
per day

228

miles (367 kms)

5hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

00:27 / 23:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Chester-Le-Street and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester-Le-Street to Colchester is approximately 228 miles (367 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 1 mins.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, First TransPennine Express, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chester-Le-Street and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester-Le-Street to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 2 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Chester-Le-Street to Colchester

Journeys from Chester-Le-Street to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:27
    9 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    10:04
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:59
    5 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    10:37
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:44
    5 hrs 2 mins5 changes
    10:46
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:12
    5 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    11:20
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:57
    5 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    12:04
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:13
    5 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    13:04
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:12
    5 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    13:37
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:12
    5 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    14:37
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:11
    5 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    15:37
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:12
    5 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    16:04
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:10
    5 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    16:38
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:14
    5 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    17:05
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:14
    5 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    17:16
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:13
    5 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    18:33
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:12
    5 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    19:33
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:12
    5 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    20:36
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:12
    5 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    21:36
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:12
    5 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    22:16
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:11
    5 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    23:13
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:12
    5 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    00:04
    Chester-Le-Street
    Colchester
    Chester-Le-Street to Colchester

About Chester-Le-Street Station

Station name Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
AddressChester-le-Street station, Station Road, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH3 3EE
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

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 Chester-Le-Street and Colchester

The travel time between Chester-Le-Street and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester-Le-Street and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:27, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:24.

First class tickets on trains between Chester-Le-Street and Colchester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Chester-Le-Street 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 Chester-Le-Street & Colchester. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, First TransPennine Express, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chester-Le-Street and Colchester.

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