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Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Colchester (COL)

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58

train journeys
per day

25

miles (41 kms)

1hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

04:37 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southend East (SOE) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 58 scheduled rail journeys between Southend East 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 Southend East to Colchester is approximately 25 miles (41 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 50 mins.

Elizabeth Line, London Overground, c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend East to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 40 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southend East to Colchester

Journeys from Southend East to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:37
    1 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    06:29
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:19
    1 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    07:04
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:34
    1 hrs 44 mins4 changes
    07:18
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:50
    1 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    07:30
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:03
    1 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    07:46
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:17
    1 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    08:06
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:32
    1 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    08:13
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:54
    1 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    08:38
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:08
    1 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    08:48
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:08
    1 hrs 58 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:06
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:14
    1 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    09:06
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:33
    1 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    09:13
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:52
    1 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    09:37
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:06
    1 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    09:46
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:21
    1 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    10:13
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:40
    1 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    10:37
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:00
    1 hrs 46 mins4 changes
    10:46
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:13
    2 hrs2 changes
    11:13
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:47
    1 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    11:37
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:03
    1 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    11:46
    Southend East
    Colchester
    Southend East to Colchester

About Southend East Station

Station name Southend East (SOE)
AddressSouthend East station, Ambleside Drive, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2UP
Managed byCC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:30 - 15:30
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
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 Southend East and Colchester

The travel time between Southend East and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend East 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 04:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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

Elizabeth Line, London Overground, c2c, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Southend East and Colchester.

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