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Trains from Holmes Chapel (HCH) to Colchester (COL)

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30

train journeys
per day

163

miles (262 kms)

3hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:10 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Holmes Chapel (HCH) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Holmes Chapel and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Holmes Chapel to Colchester is approximately 163 miles (262 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 31 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Holmes Chapel and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Holmes Chapel to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 48 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Holmes Chapel to Colchester

Journeys from Holmes Chapel to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:10
    4 hrs 6 mins3 changes
    10:16
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:28
    4 hrs 36 mins4 changes
    11:04
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:47
    4 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    11:13
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:28
    3 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    11:20
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:47
    4 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    12:04
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:28
    3 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    12:17
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:46
    4 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    13:04
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:28
    3 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    13:16
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:46
    4 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    14:04
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:28
    3 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    14:16
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:46
    4 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    15:04
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:28
    4 hrs 9 mins3 changes
    15:37
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:46
    4 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    16:04
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:28
    3 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    16:16
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:46
    4 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    17:05
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:28
    4 hrs 5 mins3 changes
    17:33
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:46
    4 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    17:58
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:28
    4 hrs 5 mins3 changes
    18:33
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:46
    4 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    19:02
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:28
    3 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    19:19
    Holmes Chapel
    Colchester
    Holmes Chapel to Colchester

About Holmes Chapel Station

Station name Holmes Chapel (HCH)
AddressHolmes Chapel station, Station Road, Holmes Chapel, Cheshire, CW4 8AA
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:35 - 13:05
Saturday 07:35 - 13:55
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Holmes Chapel and Colchester

The travel time between Holmes Chapel and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Holmes Chapel and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Holmes Chapel 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 Holmes Chapel & Colchester. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Holmes Chapel and Colchester.

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