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Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Colchester Town (CET)

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48

train journeys
per day

31

miles (50 kms)

2hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

00:39 / 00:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town is approximately 31 miles (50 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 27 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:39
    6 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:14
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:39
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:03
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:27
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:03
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:15
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:39
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    09:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:03
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:15
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:39
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester Town
    Bishops Stortford to Colchester Town

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 Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Town

The travel time between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:32.

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

Amenities on trains between Bishops Stortford and Colchester Town 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 Town. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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