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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Colchester (COL)

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10

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

5hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

07:39 / 00:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Oxford Road and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Oxford Road and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    5 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:28
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:39
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:39
    5 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:39
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:39
    5 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    17:27
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:39
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:39
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    19:59
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:39
    5 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    21:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:39
    5 hrs 1 min 1 change
    23:40
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:26
    11 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Colchester
    Manchester Oxford Road to Colchester

About Manchester Oxford Road Station

Station name Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Address Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:40
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:40
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:40
Thursday 06:30 - 22:40
Friday 06:30 - 22:40
Saturday 06:30 - 22:40
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Manchester Oxford Road and Colchester

The travel time between Manchester Oxford Road and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Oxford Road and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:38.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Oxford Road 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 Manchester Oxford Road & Colchester. owever, there are 10 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Oxford Road and Colchester.

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