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Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Colchester (COL)

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70

train journeys
per day

49

miles (79 kms)

1hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

00:01 / 00:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 70 scheduled rail journeys between Hitchin and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 70 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hitchin to Colchester is approximately 49 miles (79 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 13 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hitchin to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Hitchin to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:01
    6 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:11
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:25
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:11
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:41
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:42
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    09:11
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:25
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:41
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:24
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:41
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Hitchin
    Colchester
    Hitchin to Colchester

About Hitchin Station

Station name Hitchin (HIT)
Address Hitchin station, Walsworth Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9UL
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
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 Hitchin and Colchester

The travel time between Hitchin and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hitchin and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 70 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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Amenities on trains between Hitchin 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 Hitchin & Colchester. owever, there are 70 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Colchester.

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