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Trains from Brentford (BFD) to Colchester (COL)

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51

train journeys
per day

58

miles (94 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Brentford (BFD) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 51 scheduled rail journeys between Brentford and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 51 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Brentford to Colchester is approximately 58 miles (94 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 28 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Brentford to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Brentford to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:25
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    2 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:24
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:09
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:24
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Brentford
    Colchester
    Brentford to Colchester

About Brentford Station

Station name Brentford (BFD)
Address Brentford station, Station Approach, Brentford, Greater London, TW8 8DT
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:30
Saturday Closed
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 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 Brentford and Colchester

The travel time between Brentford and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Brentford and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 51 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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Amenities on trains between Brentford 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 Brentford & Colchester. owever, there are 51 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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