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Trains from Balham (BAL) to Colchester (COL)

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110

train journeys
per day

54

miles (88 kms)

1hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Balham (BAL) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 110 scheduled rail journeys between Balham and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 110 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Balham to Colchester is approximately 54 miles (88 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 14 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Balham to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Balham to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:06
    6 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:03
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    07:46
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    08:45
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:10
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    09:11
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    1 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    1 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:40
    2 hrs 3 changes
    09:40
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:05
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:21
    1 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:33
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    2 hrs 3 changes
    10:40
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:04
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:15
    Balham
    Colchester
    Balham to Colchester

About Balham Station

Station name Balham (BAL)
Address Balham station, Balham Station Road, Balham, London, SW12 9SG
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 21:30
Saturday 06:10 - 21:30
Sunday 07:10 - 20:45
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 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 Balham and Colchester

The travel time between Balham and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Balham and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 110 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Balham 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 Balham & Colchester. owever, there are 110 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Colchester.

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