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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester (COL)

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12

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

4hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 00:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 26 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    6 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:28
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:28
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:43
    5 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    17:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:43
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    19:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:43
    5 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    21:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:43
    4 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    23:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:30
    10 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:52
    11 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:28
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Colchester
    Manchester Piccadilly to Colchester

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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 Manchester Piccadilly and Colchester

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:54.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly 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 Piccadilly & Colchester. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Colchester.

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