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Trains from Chesterfield (CHD) to Colchester (COL)

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36

train journeys
per day

134

miles (216 kms)

3hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chesterfield (CHD) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield to Colchester is approximately 134 miles (216 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chesterfield to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Chesterfield to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:10
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:11
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:43
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:08
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:44
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:10
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:49
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:49
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:49
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:20
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:49
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:54
    4 hrs 2 changes
    17:54
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:12
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    17:57
    Chesterfield
    Colchester
    Chesterfield to Colchester

About Chesterfield Station

Station name Chesterfield (CHD)
Address Chesterfield station, Corporation Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7UB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:30 - 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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Chesterfield and Colchester

The travel time between Chesterfield and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chesterfield 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 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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Amenities on trains between Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield & Colchester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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