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Trains from Watford Junction to Colchester (COL)

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72

train journeys
per day

57

miles (92 kms)

1hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 72 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 72 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Colchester is approximately 57 miles (92 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 15 mins.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:26
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:15
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:14
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:29
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:01
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 2 changes
    08:45
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    10:46
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:08
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    11:46
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:02
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Watford Junction
    Colchester
    Watford Junction to Colchester

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Watford Junction and Colchester

The travel time between Watford Junction and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 72 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Colchester. owever, there are 72 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Colchester.

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