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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Colchester (COL)

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40

train journeys
per day

21

miles (34 kms)

57 mins

fastest journey

00:13 / 00:25

first / last train

1

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Colchester , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Colchester is approximately 21 miles (34 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 59 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 57 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:13
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    01:18
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:33
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    01:35
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:03
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    02:10
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    57 mins 1 change
    06:40
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    59 mins 1 change
    07:39
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:07
    58 mins 1 change
    08:05
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:37
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:38
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:07
    58 mins 1 change
    09:05
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:37
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:38
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:07
    58 mins 1 change
    10:05
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:37
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:38
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:07
    58 mins 1 change
    11:05
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:37
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    11:38
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    58 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:37
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    12:38
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    58 mins 1 change
    13:05
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:37
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    13:38
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    58 mins 1 change
    14:05
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:37
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:38
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    58 mins 1 change
    15:05
    Chelmsford
    Colchester
    Chelmsford to Colchester

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
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

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 Chelmsford and Colchester

The travel time between Chelmsford and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Chelmsford to Colchester

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Colchester.

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