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Trains from St Johns (London) (SAJ) to Colchester (COL)

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38

train journeys
per day

49

miles (79 kms)

1hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:27 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from St Johns (London) (SAJ) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between St Johns (London) and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Johns (London) to Colchester is approximately 49 miles (79 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 53 mins.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between St Johns (London) and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Johns (London) to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 24 mins.

Map of the rail routes from St Johns (London) to Colchester

Journeys from St Johns (London) to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:27
    1 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    07:18
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:22
    1 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    08:06
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:52
    1 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    08:17
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:22
    1 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    09:06
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:52
    1 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    09:17
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:22
    1 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    10:04
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:52
    1 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    10:16
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:22
    1 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    11:04
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:52
    1 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    11:20
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:22
    1 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    12:04
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:52
    1 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    12:17
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:22
    1 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    13:04
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:52
    1 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    13:16
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:22
    1 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    14:04
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:52
    1 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    14:16
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:22
    1 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    15:04
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:52
    1 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    15:17
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:22
    1 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    16:04
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:52
    1 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    16:16
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:22
    1 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    17:05
    St Johns (London)
    Colchester
    St Johns (London) to Colchester

About St Johns (London) Station

Station name St Johns (London) (SAJ)
AddressSt. Johns station, St. Johns Vale, Lewisham, Greater London, SE8 4EW
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:10 - 13:50
Saturday Closed
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 St Johns (London) and Colchester

The travel time between St Johns (London) and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Johns (London) and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:27, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

First class tickets on trains between St Johns (London) and Colchester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between St Johns (London) 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 St Johns (London) & Colchester. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between St Johns (London) and Colchester.

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