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Trains from Chippenham to Colchester (COL)

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37

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

2hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chippenham to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Chippenham and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chippenham to Colchester is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 4 mins.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chippenham and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chippenham to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 28 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Chippenham to Colchester

Journeys from Chippenham to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:49
    2 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    08:17
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:15
    2 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    09:06
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:56
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    10:04
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:26
    2 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    10:13
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:31
    2 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    10:16
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:56
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    11:04
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:26
    2 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    11:13
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:57
    3 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    12:04
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:28
    2 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    12:14
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:56
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    13:04
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:26
    2 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    13:13
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:56
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    14:04
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:26
    2 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    14:13
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:56
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    15:04
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:26
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    15:14
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:56
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    16:04
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:26
    2 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    16:13
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:56
    3 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    17:05
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:26
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    17:11
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:56
    2 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    17:39
    Chippenham
    Colchester
    Chippenham to Colchester

About Chippenham Station

Station name Chippenham (CPM)
AddressChippenham station, Cocklebury Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QE
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 05:50 - 19:30
Sunday 07:40 - 19:50
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Chippenham and Colchester

The travel time between Chippenham and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chippenham and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Chippenham 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 Chippenham & Colchester. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chippenham and Colchester.

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