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Trains from Colchester (COL) to St Albans City (SAC)

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66

train journeys
per day

53

miles (85 kms)

1hrs 33 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 St Albans City (SAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 66 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and St Albans City , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 66 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to St Albans City is approximately 53 miles (85 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 41 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to St Albans City. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to St Albans City Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    06:55
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:14
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:09
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:24
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:24
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:41
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:54
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:24
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:54
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:24
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:41
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City

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 St Albans City Station

Station name St Albans City (SAC)
Address St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:45 - 21:15
Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and St Albans City

The travel time between Colchester and St Albans City by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and St Albans City vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 66 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester and St Albans City 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 & St Albans City. owever, there are 66 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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