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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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65

train journeys
per day

68

miles (110 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 65 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 65 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Gatwick Airport is approximately 68 miles (110 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 8 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Gatwick Airport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:43
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:04
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    07:34
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:47
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:14
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:34
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:05
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:04
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:04
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 2 changes
    11:14
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:34
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:04
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:33
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:34
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport

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

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Colchester and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 65 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Gatwick Airport 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 & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 65 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Gatwick Airport.

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