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Trains from Alfreton (ALF) to Colchester Town (CET)

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22

train journeys
per day

127

miles (204 kms)

3hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Alfreton (ALF) to Colchester Town (CET)

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

The distance by rail from Alfreton to Colchester Town is approximately 127 miles (204 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 12 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Alfreton and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alfreton to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Alfreton to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:43
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:09
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:33
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:33
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:06
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:33
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:33
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:06
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:06
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    18:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:08
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:09
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:06
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:10
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:33
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:11
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    22:03
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    20:05
    10 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    06:27
    Alfreton
    Colchester Town
    Alfreton to Colchester Town

About Alfreton Station

Station name Alfreton (ALF)
Address Alfreton station, Mansfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 18:00
Saturday 06:45 - 18:00
Sunday 10:30 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Alfreton and Colchester Town

The travel time between Alfreton and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alfreton and Colchester Town 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 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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

Amenities on trains between Alfreton and Colchester Town can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Alfreton & Colchester Town. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Alfreton and Colchester Town.

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