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Trains from Charlton (CTN) to Colchester Town (CET)

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48

train journeys
per day

46

miles (74 kms)

1hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

00:13 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Charlton (CTN) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Charlton and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Charlton to Colchester Town is approximately 46 miles (74 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 22 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Charlton and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Charlton to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Charlton to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:13
    6 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    07:03
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:26
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    07:40
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    2 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    07:51
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:10
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    08:03
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:18
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:44
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:10
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:44
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:44
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:44
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Charlton
    Colchester Town
    Charlton to Colchester Town

About Charlton Station

Station name Charlton (CTN)
Address Charlton station, Charlton Church Lane, Charlton, Greater London, SE7 7QG
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Charlton and Colchester Town

The travel time between Charlton and Colchester Town 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 1hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Charlton and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Charlton & Colchester Town. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Charlton and Colchester Town.

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