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Trains from Southbourne to Colchester (COL)

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37

train journeys
per day

106

miles (171 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 23:47

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southbourne to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Southbourne and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southbourne to Colchester is approximately 106 miles (171 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 45 mins.

Thameslink, Southern, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southbourne and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southbourne to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southbourne to Colchester

Journeys from Southbourne to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:53
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    09:13
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:30
    3 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    09:46
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:56
    3 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    10:13
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:31
    3 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    10:46
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:56
    3 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    11:13
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:31
    3 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    11:46
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:56
    3 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    12:14
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:31
    3 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    12:46
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:56
    3 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    13:13
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:31
    3 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    13:47
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:56
    3 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    14:13
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:31
    3 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    14:46
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:56
    3 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    15:14
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:31
    3 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    15:46
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:56
    3 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    16:13
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:31
    3 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    16:45
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:56
    3 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    17:11
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:31
    3 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    17:39
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:56
    3 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    18:15
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:31
    3 hrs 6 mins3 changes
    18:37
    Southbourne
    Colchester
    Southbourne to Colchester

About Southbourne Station

Station name Southbourne (SOB)
AddressSouthbourne station, Stein Road, Southbourne, Hampshire, PO10 8LE
Managed bySN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:35 - 13:10
Saturday 06:35 - 13:10
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

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 Southbourne and Colchester

The travel time between Southbourne and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southbourne and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:47.

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Amenities on trains between Southbourne 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 Southbourne & Colchester. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southern, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southbourne and Colchester.

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