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Trains from Minster (MSR) to Colchester (COL)

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20

train journeys
per day

43

miles (70 kms)

2hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

00:38 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Minster (MSR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Minster 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 Minster to Colchester is approximately 43 miles (70 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

Southeastern, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Minster and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Minster to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 26 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Minster to Colchester

Journeys from Minster to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:38
    6 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    07:18
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:03
    3 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    08:13
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:50
    2 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    08:17
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:50
    2 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    09:17
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:50
    2 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    10:16
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:50
    2 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    11:20
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:50
    2 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    12:17
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:50
    2 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    13:16
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:50
    2 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    14:16
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:50
    2 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    15:17
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:50
    2 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    16:16
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:50
    2 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    17:33
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:50
    2 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    18:33
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:50
    2 hrs 29 mins3 changes
    19:19
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:50
    2 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    20:16
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:50
    2 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    21:16
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:50
    2 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    22:16
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:50
    2 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    23:18
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:50
    2 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    00:18
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:35
    7 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    07:18
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester

About Minster Station

Station name Minster (MSR)
AddressMinster station, Station Approach, Minster, Kent, CT12 4HX
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 Minster and Colchester

The travel time between Minster and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Minster 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 00:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

Southeastern, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Minster and Colchester.

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