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Trains from Aston (AST) to Colchester (COL)

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34

train journeys
per day

124

miles (200 kms)

3hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

06:06 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Aston (AST) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Aston and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aston to Colchester is approximately 124 miles (200 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 54 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Aston and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aston to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 18 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Aston to Colchester

Journeys from Aston to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:06
    3 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    09:46
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:21
    3 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    10:04
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:50
    3 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    10:16
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:27
    3 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    10:46
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:57
    3 hrs 23 mins4 changes
    11:20
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:27
    3 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    11:46
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:32
    4 hrs 5 mins4 changes
    12:37
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:27
    3 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    12:46
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:57
    3 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    13:37
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:27
    3 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    13:47
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:32
    4 hrs 5 mins4 changes
    14:37
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:27
    3 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    14:46
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:32
    4 hrs 5 mins4 changes
    15:37
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:27
    3 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    15:46
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:32
    4 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    16:38
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:27
    3 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    16:45
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:32
    4 hrs 1 min5 changes
    17:33
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:27
    3 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    17:58
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:57
    3 hrs 36 mins4 changes
    18:33
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:27
    3 hrs 22 mins4 changes
    18:49
    Aston
    Colchester
    Aston to Colchester

About Aston Station

Station name Aston (AST)
AddressAston station, Lichfield Road, Aston, West Midlands, B6 7PR
Managed byWM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 07:00 - 10:30 12:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 11:00 12:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 11:00 12:00 - 18:00
Thursday 07:00 - 11:00 12:00 - 18:00
Friday 07:00 - 11:00 15:00 - 18:00
Saturday 11:00 - 15:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 Aston and Colchester

The travel time between Aston and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aston and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Aston 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 Aston & Colchester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Aston and Colchester.

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