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Trains from Buxton (BUX) to Colchester (COL)

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23

train journeys
per day

150

miles (242 kms)

5hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Buxton (BUX) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Buxton and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Buxton to Colchester is approximately 150 miles (242 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 27 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Buxton and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Buxton to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 18 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Buxton to Colchester

Journeys from Buxton to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:50
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    10:37
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:13
    5 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    11:20
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:43
    4 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    11:37
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:16
    5 hrs 1 min3 changes
    12:17
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:45
    4 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    12:37
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:16
    5 hrs3 changes
    13:16
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:45
    5 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    14:04
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:16
    5 hrs3 changes
    14:16
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:46
    4 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    14:37
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:46
    4 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    15:37
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:46
    4 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    16:38
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:46
    4 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    17:39
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:46
    4 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    18:37
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:46
    4 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    19:38
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:46
    4 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    20:36
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:15
    5 hrs 1 min3 changes
    21:16
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:46
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    22:04
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:45
    5 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    23:05
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:16
    5 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    23:18
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:46
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    00:04
    Buxton
    Colchester
    Buxton to Colchester

About Buxton Station

Station name Buxton (BUX)
AddressBuxton station, Station Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6AQ
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:50 - 20:00
Tuesday 05:50 - 20:00
Wednesday 05:50 - 20:00
Thursday 05:50 - 20:00
Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 05:50 - 20:00
Sunday 08:15 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Buxton and Colchester

The travel time between Buxton and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Buxton and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

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Amenities on trains between Buxton 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 Buxton & Colchester. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Buxton and Colchester.

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