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Trains from York (YRK) to Colchester (COL)

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40

train journeys
per day

164

miles (264 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 01:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between York and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Colchester is approximately 164 miles (264 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line, Grand Central, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between York and Colchester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Map of the rail routes from York to Colchester

Journeys from York to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:40
    4 hrs 26 mins2 changes
    09:06
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:00
    3 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    09:59
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:33
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    10:37
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:02
    3 hrs 44 mins4 changes
    10:46
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:37
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    11:20
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:02
    4 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    12:04
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:23
    3 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    12:14
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:32
    4 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    12:37
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:02
    3 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    12:46
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:33
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    13:37
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:02
    3 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    13:47
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:28
    3 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    14:16
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:33
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    14:37
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:59
    3 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    14:46
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:33
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    15:37
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:58
    3 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    15:46
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:02
    3 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    16:01
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:32
    4 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    16:38
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:58
    4 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    17:05
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:33
    4 hrs2 changes
    17:33
    York
    Colchester
    York to Colchester

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
AddressYork station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 York and Colchester

The travel time between York and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:16.

First class tickets on trains between York and Colchester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between York 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 York & Colchester. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line, Grand Central, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between York and Colchester.

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