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Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Colchester (COL)

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2

train journeys
per day

149

miles (240 kms)

5hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

15:44 / 18:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Bristol Parkway (BPW) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 2 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Parkway and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Parkway to Colchester is approximately 149 miles (240 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 1 mins.

CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Parkway and Colchester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Parkway to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Bristol Parkway to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:44
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Bristol Parkway
    Colchester
    Bristol Parkway to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:44
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Bristol Parkway
    Colchester
    Bristol Parkway to Colchester

About Bristol Parkway Station

Station name Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Address Bristol Parkway station, Station Approach Road, off Hatchet Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, City of, BS34 8PU
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 18:00
Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
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 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 Bristol Parkway and Colchester

The travel time between Bristol Parkway and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Parkway and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 2 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 15:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 18:55.

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Amenities on trains between Bristol Parkway 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 Bristol Parkway & Colchester. owever, there are 2 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Parkway and Colchester.

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