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Trains from Chatham (CTM) to Colchester (COL)

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34

train journeys
per day

39

miles (63 kms)

1hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:25 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chatham (CTM) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Chatham and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chatham to Colchester is approximately 39 miles (63 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 17 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Chatham and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chatham to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Chatham to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:25
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    07:46
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:28
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:28
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:52
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    15:04
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:04
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:28
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:52
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:04
    Chatham
    Colchester
    Chatham to Colchester

About Chatham Station

Station name Chatham (CTM)
Address Chatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 06:20 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 19:00
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 Unavailable
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 Chatham and Colchester

The travel time between Chatham 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 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chatham and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Chatham 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 Chatham & Colchester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Chatham and Colchester.

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