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Trains from Caterham (CAT) to Colchester (COL)

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35

train journeys
per day

59

miles (96 kms)

2hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:55 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Caterham (CAT) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Caterham and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Caterham to Colchester is approximately 59 miles (96 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 22 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Caterham and Colchester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Caterham to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Caterham to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:25
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:25
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:25
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:55
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:25
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:25
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:55
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:25
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Caterham
    Colchester
    Caterham to Colchester

About Caterham Station

Station name Caterham (CAT)
Address Caterham station, Station Avenue, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 6LB
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 19:05
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:20 - 16:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
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 Caterham and Colchester

The travel time between Caterham and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Caterham and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

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Amenities on trains between Caterham 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 Caterham & Colchester. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Caterham and Colchester.

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