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Trains from Hove (HOV) to Colchester (COL)

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63

train journeys
per day

86

miles (139 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:51 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Hove (HOV) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 63 scheduled rail journeys between Hove and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 63 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hove to Colchester is approximately 86 miles (139 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 9 mins.

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

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hove to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Hove to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:51
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:51
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:57
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:19
    3 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:46
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:50
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:46
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:58
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:19
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:28
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:51
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:46
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:58
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:28
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:51
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:46
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:58
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:28
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Hove
    Colchester
    Hove to Colchester

About Hove Station

Station name Hove (HOV)
Address Hove station, Goldstone Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3RU
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 21:00
Saturday 05:50 - 21:00
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Hove and Colchester

The travel time between Hove and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hove and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 63 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Hove 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 Hove & Colchester. owever, there are 63 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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