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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Luton (LUT)

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67

train journeys
per day

55

miles (89 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Luton (LUT)

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On a typical weekday there are 67 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Luton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 67 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Luton is approximately 55 miles (89 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Luton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Luton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:43
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:26
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    07:56
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:19
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:05
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:56
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:12
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:10
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:33
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Colchester
    Luton
    Colchester to Luton

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 Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
Address Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Luton

The travel time between Colchester and Luton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Luton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 67 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 and Luton 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 & Luton. owever, there are 67 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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