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Trains from Thornaby (TBY) to Colchester (COL)

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24

train journeys
per day

205

miles (330 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Thornaby (TBY) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Thornaby 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 Thornaby to Colchester is approximately 205 miles (330 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 4 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Thornaby and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thornaby to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Thornaby to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:53
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:27
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:26
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:54
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:53
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:53
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:31
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:53
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:53
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:17
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:53
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:31
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:53
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:53
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:19
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:53
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    21:20
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:31
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    22:19
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:52
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    22:40
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:32
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    23:21
    Thornaby
    Colchester
    Thornaby to Colchester

About Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 Unavailable

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 Thornaby and Colchester

The travel time between Thornaby and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thornaby 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 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:34.

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

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Thornaby and Colchester.

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