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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Peterborough (PBO)

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20

train journeys
per day

67

miles (108 kms)

1hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

00:19 / 23:55

first / last train

1

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Peterborough (PBO)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Peterborough , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Peterborough is approximately 67 miles (108 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 1 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Peterborough.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Peterborough. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Peterborough Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:19
    7 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    1 hrs 58 mins Direct
    07:38
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:26
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    09:40
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    11:24
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    11:39
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:24
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    13:22
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:40
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    14:23
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:20
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    16:22
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:20
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    17:21
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:20
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    17:40
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:46
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    18:24
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:20
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    19:29
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:18
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    19:40
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:20
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    21:40
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:43
    7 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Colchester
    Peterborough
    Colchester to Peterborough

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 Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Peterborough

The travel time between Colchester and Peterborough by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Peterborough vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Colchester to Peterborough

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Peterborough.

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