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Trains from Oxford to Colchester (COL)

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58

train journeys
per day

93

miles (149 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

00:05 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Oxford to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 58 scheduled rail journeys between Oxford and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 58 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oxford to Colchester is approximately 93 miles (149 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 57 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Colchester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oxford to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Oxford to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:05
    6 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:48
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:31
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:34
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:32
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:59
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:19
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:29
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:16
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Oxford
    Colchester
    Oxford to Colchester

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
Address Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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

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 Oxford and Colchester

The travel time between Oxford and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oxford and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 58 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

First class tickets on trains between Oxford and Colchester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Oxford 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 Oxford & Colchester. owever, there are 58 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Colchester.

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