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Trains from Woolwich (WWC) to Colchester (COL)

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116

train journeys
per day

45

miles (72 kms)

1hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:47 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Woolwich (WWC) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 116 scheduled rail journeys between Woolwich and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 116 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Woolwich to Colchester is approximately 45 miles (72 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 25 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Woolwich to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 10 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Woolwich to Colchester

Journeys from Woolwich to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:47
    1 hrs 31 mins1 change - overtaken train
    07:18
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:57
    1 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    07:18
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:27
    1 hrs 19 mins1 change
    07:46
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:33
    1 hrs 33 mins1 change
    08:06
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:45
    1 hrs 28 mins1 change
    08:13
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:57
    1 hrs 20 mins1 change - overtaken train
    08:17
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:03
    1 hrs 14 mins2 changes
    08:17
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:03
    1 hrs 35 mins1 change - overtaken train
    08:38
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:09
    1 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    08:38
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:27
    1 hrs 21 mins1 change
    08:48
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:32
    1 hrs 34 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:06
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:37
    1 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    09:06
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:42
    1 hrs 31 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:13
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:47
    1 hrs 26 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:13
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:52
    1 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    09:13
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:57
    1 hrs 20 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:17
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:02
    1 hrs 35 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:37
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:07
    1 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    09:17
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:07
    1 hrs 30 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:37
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:12
    1 hrs 25 mins2 changes
    09:37
    Woolwich
    Colchester
    Woolwich to Colchester

About Woolwich Station

Station name Woolwich (WWC)
AddressWoolwich station, Dial Arch Square, Major Draper Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6GD
Managed byXR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
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 Woolwich and Colchester

The travel time between Woolwich and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Woolwich and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 116 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Woolwich 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 Woolwich & Colchester. owever, there are 116 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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