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Trains from Cheam (CHE) to Colchester Town (CET)

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33

train journeys
per day

60

miles (97 kms)

2hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:52 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cheam (CHE) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Cheam and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cheam to Colchester Town is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 4 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Cheam and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cheam to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Cheam to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:52
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:22
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Cheam
    Colchester Town
    Cheam to Colchester Town

About Cheam Station

Station name Cheam (CHE)
Address Cheam station, Station Approach, Upper Mulgrave Road, Cheam, London, SM2 7AJ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 19:50
Saturday 07:50 - 14:25
Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
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 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 Cheam and Colchester Town

The travel time between Cheam and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cheam and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

First class tickets on trains between Cheam and Colchester Town typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cheam 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 Cheam & Colchester Town. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Cheam and Colchester Town.

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