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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Northampton

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42

train journeys
per day

80

miles (128 kms)

2hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Northampton

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Northampton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Northampton is approximately 80 miles (128 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 8 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Northampton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Northampton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Northampton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    07:54
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    09:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:11
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:57
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:55
    Colchester
    Northampton
    Colchester to Northampton

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 Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Northampton

The travel time between Colchester and Northampton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Northampton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Northampton 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 & Northampton. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Northampton.

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