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Trains from Prescot (PSC) to Colchester (COL)

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30

train journeys
per day

187

miles (301 kms)

4hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

06:01 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Prescot (PSC) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Prescot and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Prescot to Colchester is approximately 187 miles (301 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 8 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Prescot and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Prescot to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 37 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Prescot to Colchester

Journeys from Prescot to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:01
    5 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    11:04
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:34
    4 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    11:13
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:47
    5 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    12:04
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:34
    4 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    12:14
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:10
    4 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    13:04
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:36
    4 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    13:13
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:47
    5 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    14:04
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:34
    4 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    14:13
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:47
    5 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    15:04
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:34
    4 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    15:14
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:46
    5 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    16:04
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:34
    4 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    16:13
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:47
    5 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    17:05
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:34
    4 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    17:11
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:47
    5 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    17:58
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:36
    4 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    18:15
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:47
    5 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    19:02
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:34
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    19:15
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:47
    5 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    20:04
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:34
    4 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    20:13
    Prescot
    Colchester
    Prescot to Colchester

About Prescot Station

Station name Prescot (PSC)
AddressPrescot station, Bridge Road, Prescot, Merseyside, L34 5SN
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:45 - 23:30
Tuesday 05:45 - 23:30
Wednesday 05:45 - 23:30
Thursday 05:45 - 23:30
Friday 05:45 - 23:30
Saturday 05:45 - 23:30
Sunday 08:15 - 23:30
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
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 Prescot and Colchester

The travel time between Prescot and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Prescot and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between Prescot 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 Prescot & Colchester. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Prescot and Colchester.

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