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Trains from Thornton Heath (TTH) to Colchester (COL)

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86

train journeys
per day

54

miles (88 kms)

1hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

00:36 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Thornton Heath (TTH) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 86 scheduled rail journeys between Thornton Heath and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 86 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Thornton Heath to Colchester is approximately 54 miles (88 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 11 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, London Overground, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Thornton Heath and Colchester.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thornton Heath to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 51 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Thornton Heath to Colchester

Journeys from Thornton Heath to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:36
    5 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    06:29
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:28
    1 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    08:17
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:37
    2 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    08:48
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:59
    2 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    09:06
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:05
    2 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    09:13
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:30
    1 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    09:17
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:35
    2 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    09:46
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:59
    2 hrs 5 mins3 changes
    10:04
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:05
    2 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    10:13
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:30
    1 hrs 46 mins3 changes
    10:16
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:35
    2 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    10:46
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:59
    2 hrs 5 mins3 changes
    11:04
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:13
    2 hrs3 changes
    11:13
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:25
    1 hrs 55 mins4 changes
    11:20
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:30
    2 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    11:37
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:35
    2 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    11:46
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:43
    2 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    12:04
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:13
    2 hrs 1 min3 changes
    12:14
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:25
    1 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    12:17
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:30
    2 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    12:37
    Thornton Heath
    Colchester
    Thornton Heath to Colchester

About Thornton Heath Station

Station name Thornton Heath (TTH)
AddressThornton Heath station, Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath, Surrey, CR7 8RX
Managed bySN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:40 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 17:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Thornton Heath and Colchester

The travel time between Thornton Heath and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thornton Heath and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 86 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Thornton Heath 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 Thornton Heath & Colchester. owever, there are 86 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, London Overground, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Thornton Heath and Colchester.

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