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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Colchester (COL)

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44

train journeys
per day

180

miles (291 kms)

4hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 44 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 44 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Colchester is approximately 180 miles (291 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 54 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:21
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:36
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:54
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:22
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:22
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:36
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:36
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:36
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:54
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:54
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Bolton
    Colchester
    Bolton to Colchester

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
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 Bolton and Colchester

The travel time between Bolton and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 44 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Bolton 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 Bolton & Colchester. owever, there are 44 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Colchester.

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