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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Colchester (COL)

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123

train journeys
per day

51

miles (82 kms)

1hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

04:33 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 123 scheduled rail journeys between London Charing Cross and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 123 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Charing Cross to Colchester is approximately 51 miles (82 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 28 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Charing Cross to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from London Charing Cross to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:33
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    06:29
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:10
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    06:48
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    07:03
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:17
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:58
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:04
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    07:46
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:20
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    08:22
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    1 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:45
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:42
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:52
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:12
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    London Charing Cross
    Colchester
    London Charing Cross to Colchester

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 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 London Charing Cross and Colchester

The travel time between London Charing Cross and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Charing Cross and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 123 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between London Charing Cross 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 London Charing Cross & Colchester. owever, there are 123 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Colchester.

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