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Trains from London Waterloo to Colchester (COL)

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129

train journeys
per day

51

miles (82 kms)

1hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

04:45 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 129 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 129 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Colchester is approximately 51 miles (82 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 35 mins.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:45
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    06:29
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:07
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    06:48
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:24
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    07:03
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    07:18
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:50
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    07:35
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:46
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    08:08
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:15
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:22
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:46
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    08:42
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:45
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    09:11
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:15
    London Waterloo
    Colchester
    London Waterloo to Colchester

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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

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 Waterloo and Colchester

The travel time between London Waterloo and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 129 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo 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 Waterloo & Colchester. owever, there are 129 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Colchester.

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