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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Colchester (COL)

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24

train journeys
per day

182

miles (293 kms)

3hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Colchester is approximately 182 miles (293 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 44 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Runcorn to Colchester

Journeys from Runcorn to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:02
    9 hrs 44 mins4 changes
    09:46
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:42
    4 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    10:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:20
    3 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    10:16
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:02
    4 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    11:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    4 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    12:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:00
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    13:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:21
    3 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    13:16
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:01
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    14:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:21
    3 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    14:16
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:02
    4 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    15:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:27
    4 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    15:37
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:01
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    16:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:02
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    17:05
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:01
    3 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    17:58
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:27
    4 hrs 6 mins3 changes
    18:33
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:01
    4 hrs 1 min2 changes
    19:02
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:01
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    20:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:27
    3 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    20:16
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:02
    4 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    21:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:01
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    22:04
    Runcorn
    Colchester
    Runcorn to Colchester

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
AddressRuncorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Runcorn and Colchester

The travel time between Runcorn and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn 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 Runcorn & Colchester. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Colchester.

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