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Trains from Altrincham (ALT) to Colchester (COL)

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18

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

3hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:57 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Altrincham (ALT) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Altrincham and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Altrincham to Colchester is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 51 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Altrincham and Colchester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Altrincham to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Altrincham to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:20
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:57
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    19:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:11
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    21:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:57
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    22:15
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:57
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    23:21
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:57
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    00:19
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:57
    9 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:53
    9 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Altrincham
    Colchester
    Altrincham to Colchester

About Altrincham Station

Station name Altrincham (ALT)
Address Altrincham station, Stamford New Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 1EN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 20:20
Saturday 07:10 - 20:20
Sunday 09:20 - 16:50
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 Altrincham and Colchester

The travel time between Altrincham and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Altrincham and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Altrincham 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 Altrincham & Colchester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Altrincham and Colchester.

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