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Trains from Basingstoke to Colchester (COL)

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87

train journeys
per day

95

miles (154 kms)

2hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Basingstoke to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 87 scheduled rail journeys between Basingstoke and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 87 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Basingstoke to Colchester is approximately 95 miles (154 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 53 mins.

GWR, London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Colchester.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Basingstoke to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Basingstoke to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:54
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:04
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:25
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:36
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:45
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:15
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:59
    2 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:15
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Basingstoke
    Colchester
    Basingstoke to Colchester

About Basingstoke Station

Station name Basingstoke (BSK)
Address Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:30
Saturday 06:00 - 21:30
Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
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

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 Basingstoke and Colchester

The travel time between Basingstoke and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Basingstoke and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 87 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

First class tickets on trains between Basingstoke and Colchester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke & Colchester. owever, there are 87 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Basingstoke and Colchester.

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