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Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Colchester (COL)

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49

train journeys
per day

117

miles (188 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester is approximately 117 miles (188 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 19 mins.

GWR, London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:23
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:03
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:38
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:38
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:38
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:08
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:38
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:08
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:23
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:38
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:38
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:08
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester

About Southampton Airport Parkway Station

Station name Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
Address Southampton Airport Parkway station, Wide Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2HW
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 05:45 - 20:00
Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
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 Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester

The travel time between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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

Amenities on trains between Southampton Airport Parkway 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 Southampton Airport Parkway & Colchester. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester.

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