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Trains from Kettering (KET) to Colchester (COL)

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60

train journeys
per day

76

miles (123 kms)

2hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Kettering (KET) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 60 scheduled rail journeys between Kettering and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 60 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kettering to Colchester is approximately 76 miles (123 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 50 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kettering to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Kettering to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:40
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    3 hrs 2 changes
    09:11
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:18
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:36
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:08
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:36
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:07
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:19
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:04
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Kettering
    Colchester
    Kettering to Colchester

About Kettering Station

Station name Kettering (KET)
Address Kettering station, Station Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7HJ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:30
Saturday 06:00 - 20:30
Sunday 08:00 - 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 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 Kettering and Colchester

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

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kettering and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 60 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Kettering 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 Kettering & Colchester. owever, there are 60 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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