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Trains from Torquay (TQY) to Colchester (COL)

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21

train journeys
per day

216

miles (348 kms)

4hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 00:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Torquay (TQY) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Torquay and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Torquay to Colchester is approximately 216 miles (348 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 19 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Torquay and Colchester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Torquay to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Torquay to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:09
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    11:38
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:53
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:29
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:25
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:25
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:25
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:01
    5 hrs 2 changes
    19:01
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:25
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    19:15
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:44
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    19:39
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    20:11
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:21
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    21:04
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:45
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    22:04
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:24
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:10
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    00:15
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:49
    6 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    01:56
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:25
    10 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Torquay
    Colchester
    Torquay to Colchester

About Torquay Station

Station name Torquay (TQY)
Address Torquay station, Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:10 - 17:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:40 - 17:10
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 Unavailable
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 Torquay and Colchester

The travel time between Torquay and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Torquay and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:14.

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Amenities on trains between Torquay 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 Torquay & Colchester. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Torquay and Colchester.

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