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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Colchester (COL)

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48

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

3hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Colchester (COL)

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

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Colchester is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 15 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:08
    8 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:15
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:56
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:59
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:22
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:59
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Bournemouth
    Colchester
    Bournemouth to Colchester

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
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 Bournemouth and Colchester

The travel time between Bournemouth and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Colchester 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 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth & Colchester. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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