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Trains from Lowestoft (LWT) to Colchester (COL)

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20

train journeys
per day

53

miles (86 kms)

1hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Lowestoft (LWT) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Lowestoft and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lowestoft to Colchester is approximately 53 miles (86 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 26 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Lowestoft and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lowestoft to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Lowestoft to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:37
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    07:28
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    08:07
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    08:31
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:33
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:02
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:07
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:07
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:06
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:06
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    14:00
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:06
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:06
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    16:02
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:06
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    17:02
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:06
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    18:05
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:02
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    19:01
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:07
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    20:01
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:07
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    21:02
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:07
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    22:02
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:07
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    23:01
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:48
    7 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    05:32
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:30
    6 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    06:04
    Lowestoft
    Colchester
    Lowestoft to Colchester

About Lowestoft Station

Station name Lowestoft (LWT)
Address Lowestoft station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2EG
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 17:05
Saturday 06:40 - 17:05
Sunday 08:00 - 16:15
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 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 Lowestoft and Colchester

The travel time between Lowestoft and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lowestoft and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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Amenities on trains between Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft & Colchester. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Lowestoft and Colchester.

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