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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Colchester (COL)

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18

train journeys
per day

38

miles (61 kms)

1hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:41 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Colchester is approximately 38 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 17 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:41
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    08:31
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:42
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    10:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    11:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    12:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    13:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    14:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    16:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:47
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    17:27
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:46
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    18:29
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:46
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    19:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    20:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    21:28
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:47
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    22:42
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:47
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    23:32
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:47
    6 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    05:32
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:05
    6 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    06:04
    Cambridge
    Colchester
    Cambridge to Colchester

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
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 Cambridge and Colchester

The travel time between Cambridge and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge 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 Cambridge & Colchester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Colchester.

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