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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Southampton Central

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35

train journeys
per day

120

miles (194 kms)

3hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 23:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Southampton Central

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Southampton Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Southampton Central is approximately 120 miles (194 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

GWR, Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Southampton Central.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Southampton Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Southampton Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:10
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:07
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    12:22
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:00
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:09
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:07
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    13:22
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:00
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:09
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:07
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:00
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:09
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:07
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    15:22
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:00
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:09
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:07
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:22
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:00
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:07
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    17:22
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:00
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    18:09
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:07
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:00
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:09
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Central
    Colchester Town to Southampton Central

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Town and Southampton Central

The travel time between Colchester Town and Southampton Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Southampton Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:07.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester Town and Southampton Central 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 Town & Southampton Central. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Southampton Central.

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