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Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Colchester Stations

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13

train journeys
per day

180

miles (290 kms)

4hrs

fastest journey

06:06 / 23:47

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Atherton and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Atherton to Colchester Stations is approximately 180 miles (290 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 29 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Atherton to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs.

Journeys from Atherton to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    6 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    6 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:06
    6 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:06
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:15
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:06
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    20:15
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:06
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    21:15
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:45
    4 hrs 3 changes
    21:45
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:06
    7 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    01:36
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:01
    11 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Atherton
    Colchester
    Atherton to Colchester

About Atherton Station

Station name Atherton (ATN)
Address Atherton station, Upton Road, Atherton, Lancashire, M46 9RH
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 23:20
Tuesday 06:10 - 23:20
Wednesday 06:10 - 23:20
Thursday 06:10 - 23:20
Friday 06:10 - 23:20
Saturday 06:10 - 23:20
Sunday 09:20 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Atherton and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Atherton and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Atherton and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:47.

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Amenities on trains between Atherton 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 Atherton & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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