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Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Colchester (COL)

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22

train journeys
per day

187

miles (301 kms)

4hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

07:12 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Accrington and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Accrington to Colchester is approximately 187 miles (301 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 40 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Accrington and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Accrington to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Accrington to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:12
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    18:39
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:39
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:12
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:12
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:13
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    22:46
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:12
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:13
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:12
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:12
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    01:56
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:24
    10 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Accrington
    Colchester
    Accrington to Colchester

About Accrington Station

Station name Accrington (ACR)
Address Accrington station, Eagle Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1LJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 15:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 15:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 15:00
Thursday 06:40 - 15:00
Friday 06:40 - 15:00
Saturday 06:40 - 15:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Accrington and Colchester

The travel time between Accrington and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Accrington and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Accrington 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 Accrington & Colchester. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Accrington and Colchester.

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