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Trains from Widnes (WID) to Colchester (COL)

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11

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

5hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

07:08 / 00:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Widnes (WID) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Widnes and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Widnes to Colchester is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 28 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Widnes and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Widnes to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Widnes to Colchester Today

  • Mon 13th May
    07:08
    6 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:29
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    08:08
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    09:10
    6 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    10:10
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:02
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    11:10
    6 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    17:28
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    12:10
    5 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    17:54
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    14:10
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:55
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    15:10
    6 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    21:28
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    16:10
    5 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    21:51
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    18:10
    5 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    23:40
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester
  • Mon 13th May
    21:56
    11 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Widnes
    Colchester
    Widnes to Colchester

About Widnes Station

Station name Widnes (WID)
Address Widnes station, Victoria Avenue, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7TJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:00 - 14:25
Tuesday 07:00 - 14:25
Wednesday 07:00 - 14:25
Thursday 07:00 - 14:25
Friday 07:00 - 14:25
Saturday 07:00 - 14:25
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Widnes and Colchester

The travel time between Widnes and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Widnes and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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Amenities on trains between Widnes 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 Widnes & Colchester. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Widnes and Colchester.

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