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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Colchester (COL)

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37

train journeys
per day

41

miles (66 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:32 / 00:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Colchester is approximately 41 miles (66 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 55 mins.

Southeastern, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Margate to Colchester

Journeys from Margate to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:32
    2 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    08:13
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:49
    2 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    08:17
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:32
    2 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    09:13
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:49
    2 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    09:17
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:32
    2 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    10:13
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:49
    2 hrs 27 mins2 changes
    10:16
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:32
    2 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    11:13
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:49
    2 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    11:20
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:32
    2 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    12:14
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:49
    2 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    12:17
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:32
    2 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    13:13
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:49
    2 hrs 27 mins2 changes
    13:16
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:32
    2 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    14:13
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:49
    2 hrs 27 mins2 changes
    14:16
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:32
    2 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    15:14
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:49
    2 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    15:17
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:32
    2 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    16:13
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:49
    2 hrs 27 mins2 changes
    16:16
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:32
    2 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    17:11
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:49
    2 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    17:33
    Margate
    Colchester
    Margate to Colchester

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
AddressMargate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Margate and Colchester

The travel time between Margate and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:33.

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Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & Colchester. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Colchester.

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