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Trains from Cheam (CHE) to Colchester (COL)

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66

train journeys
per day

60

miles (97 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cheam (CHE) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 66 scheduled rail journeys between Cheam and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 66 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cheam to Colchester is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cheam to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Cheam to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:52
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    08:22
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:59
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:09
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:22
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Cheam
    Colchester
    Cheam to Colchester

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 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 Cheam and Colchester

The travel time between Cheam and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cheam and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 66 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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Amenities on trains between Cheam 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 Cheam & Colchester. owever, there are 66 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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