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Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Colchester (COL)

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34

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:37 / 23:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Macclesfield and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Macclesfield to Colchester is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 22 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Macclesfield and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Macclesfield to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Macclesfield to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:46
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    17:17
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:46
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    19:15
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:46
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Macclesfield
    Colchester
    Macclesfield to Colchester

About Macclesfield Station

Station name Macclesfield (MAC)
Address Macclesfield station, Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:45 - 19:00
Tuesday 05:45 - 19:00
Wednesday 05:45 - 19:00
Thursday 05:45 - 19:00
Friday 05:45 - 20:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
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 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 Macclesfield and Colchester

The travel time between Macclesfield and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Macclesfield and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

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Amenities on trains between Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield & Colchester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Macclesfield and Colchester.

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