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Trains from Colchester Stations to Bedford

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66

train journeys
per day

60

miles (97 kms)

2hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester Stations to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 66 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Stations and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 66 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Stations to Bedford is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Bedford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Stations to Bedford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:43
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    07:10
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:12
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:43
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:09
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    08:29
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:33
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:43
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    09:00
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:05
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:12
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:33
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:12
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:43
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:12
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:33
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Colchester
    Bedford
    Colchester to Bedford

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
Address London St. Pancras International st, Pancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 23:15
Saturday 06:00 - 23:15
Sunday 07:15 - 23:15
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 Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Stations and Bedford

The travel time between Colchester Stations and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Stations and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 66 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester Stations and Bedford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester Stations & Bedford. owever, there are 66 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Bedford.

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