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Trains from Liverpool Central to Colchester (COL)

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26

train journeys
per day

192

miles (310 kms)

4hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:03 / 20:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Liverpool Central to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Liverpool Central and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Liverpool Central to Colchester is approximately 192 miles (310 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Central and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Liverpool Central to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Liverpool Central to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:03
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:42
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:21
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:18
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:22
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:21
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:45
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:21
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    18:42
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:45
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:21
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:45
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:15
    Liverpool Central
    Colchester
    Liverpool Central to Colchester

About Liverpool Central Station

Station name Liverpool Central (LVC)
Address Liverpool Central station, Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JT
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:25 - 00:16
Tuesday 05:25 - 00:16
Wednesday 05:25 - 00:16
Thursday 05:25 - 00:16
Friday 05:25 - 00:16
Saturday 05:25 - 00:16
Sunday 07:45 - 00:16
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 Liverpool Central and Colchester

The travel time between Liverpool Central and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Liverpool Central and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:41.

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Amenities on trains between Liverpool Central 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 Liverpool Central & Colchester. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Central and Colchester.

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