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Trains from Eastbourne (EBN) to Colchester (COL)

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39

train journeys
per day

82

miles (132 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:49 / 23:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Eastbourne (EBN) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Eastbourne and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Eastbourne to Colchester is approximately 82 miles (132 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 45 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Eastbourne and Colchester.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Eastbourne to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Eastbourne to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:49
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:20
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:59
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:59
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:33
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:05
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:05
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:05
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:05
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:05
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:33
    3 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Eastbourne
    Colchester
    Eastbourne to Colchester

About Eastbourne Station

Station name Eastbourne (EBN)
Address Eastbourne station, Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3QJ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:15
Saturday 05:50 - 21:15
Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Eastbourne and Colchester

The travel time between Eastbourne and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Eastbourne and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:26.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Eastbourne & Colchester. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Eastbourne and Colchester.

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