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Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Colchester Stations

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29

train journeys
per day

176

miles (284 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Cathays and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cathays to Colchester Stations is approximately 176 miles (284 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 3 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Colchester Stations .

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cathays to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Cathays to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:38
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    4 hrs 3 changes
    12:16
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:01
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:01
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    17:17
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    4 hrs 3 changes
    19:01
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Cathays
    Colchester
    Cathays to Colchester

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
Address Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
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 Cathays and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Cathays and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cathays and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cathays and Colchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cathays & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Colchester Stations .

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