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Trains from Wilmslow (WML) to Colchester (COL)

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53

train journeys
per day

163

miles (263 kms)

3hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

06:13 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Wilmslow (WML) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 53 scheduled rail journeys between Wilmslow and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 53 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Wilmslow to Colchester is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Wilmslow and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Wilmslow to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Wilmslow to Colchester

Journeys from Wilmslow to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:13
    4 hrs2 changes
    10:13
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:20
    3 hrs 56 mins3 changes
    10:16
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:26
    4 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    10:37
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:49
    4 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    11:04
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:13
    4 hrs2 changes
    11:13
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:16
    4 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    11:20
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:47
    4 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    12:04
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:13
    4 hrs 1 min2 changes
    12:14
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:16
    4 hrs 1 min3 changes
    12:17
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:26
    4 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    12:37
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:49
    4 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    13:04
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:13
    4 hrs2 changes
    13:13
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:16
    4 hrs3 changes
    13:16
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:26
    4 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    13:37
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:47
    4 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    14:04
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:13
    4 hrs2 changes
    14:13
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:16
    4 hrs3 changes
    14:16
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:26
    4 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    14:37
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:49
    4 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    15:04
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:13
    4 hrs 1 min2 changes
    15:14
    Wilmslow
    Colchester
    Wilmslow to Colchester

About Wilmslow Station

Station name Wilmslow (WML)
AddressWilmslow station, Station Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 1BU
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 Wilmslow and Colchester

The travel time between Wilmslow and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Wilmslow and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 53 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow & Colchester. owever, there are 53 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Wilmslow and Colchester.

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