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Trains from Alton (AON) to Colchester Stations

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33

train journeys
per day

95

miles (153 kms)

2hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:42 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Alton (AON) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Alton and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alton to Colchester Stations is approximately 95 miles (153 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 22 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Colchester Stations .

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alton to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Alton to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:42
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:15
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:15
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:15
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:44
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 2 changes
    14:15
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:45
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 2 changes
    15:15
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:44
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:45
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 2 changes
    16:15
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:44
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:45
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:44
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    3 hrs 2 changes
    18:15
    Alton
    Colchester
    Alton to Colchester

About Alton Station

Station name Alton (AON)
Address Alton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 07:30 - 17:30
Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
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 Alton and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Alton and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alton and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Alton & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Colchester Stations .

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