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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Spalding (SPA)

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17

train journeys
per day

75

miles (121 kms)

2hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

00:17 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Spalding (SPA)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Spalding , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Spalding is approximately 75 miles (121 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 5 mins.

Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Spalding.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Spalding. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 59 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester to Spalding

Journeys from Colchester to Spalding Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:17
    7 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    07:51
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:40
    3 hrs 16 mins1 change
    08:56
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:31
    3 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    10:49
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:31
    3 hrs 57 mins5 changes
    12:28
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:30
    3 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    12:47
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:30
    3 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    13:40
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:21
    3 hrs 14 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    14:35
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:30
    3 hrs 5 mins3 changes
    14:35
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:30
    3 hrs 1 min4 changes
    15:31
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:30
    3 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    16:45
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:30
    2 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    17:29
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:30
    3 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    18:37
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:30
    3 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    19:45
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:02
    3 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    21:23
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:00
    3 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    23:30
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:02
    7 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    06:51
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:19
    8 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    07:51
    Colchester
    Spalding
    Colchester to Spalding

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Spalding Station

Station name Spalding (SPA)
AddressSpalding station, Winsover Road, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE11 1EA
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:30 - 14:30
Saturday 06:30 - 14:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Spalding

The travel time between Colchester and Spalding by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Spalding vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Spalding 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 & Spalding. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Spalding.

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