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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Colchester Stations

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37

train journeys
per day

140

miles (226 kms)

3hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Colchester Stations is approximately 140 miles (226 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 26 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Christchurch to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:45
    4 hrs 3 changes
    09:45
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:42
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:46
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:36
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:36
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Christchurch
    Colchester
    Christchurch to Colchester

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
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

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
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 Christchurch and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Christchurch and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Christchurch & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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