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Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Colchester Stations

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92

train journeys
per day

31

miles (50 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

00:39 / 00:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 92 scheduled rail journeys between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 92 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bishops Stortford to Colchester Stations is approximately 31 miles (50 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 58 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Stations .

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bishops Stortford to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Bishops Stortford to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:39
    5 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    06:29
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:18
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:57
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:46
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:02
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    08:08
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:45
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:11
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change - overtaken train
    09:15
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:54
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    09:45
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change - overtaken train
    10:15
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

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

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 Bishops Stortford and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 92 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:36.

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Amenities on trains between Bishops Stortford 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 Bishops Stortford & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 92 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Stations .

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