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Trains from City Thameslink (CTK) to Colchester (COL)

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86

train journeys
per day

50

miles (81 kms)

1hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:21 / 23:00

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from City Thameslink (CTK) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 86 scheduled rail journeys between City Thameslink and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 86 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from City Thameslink to Colchester is approximately 50 miles (81 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 17 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being City Thameslink to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from City Thameslink to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:21
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:36
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:59
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:56
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    City Thameslink
    Colchester
    City Thameslink to Colchester

About City Thameslink Station

Station name City Thameslink (CTK)
Address City Thameslink station, Ludgate Hill, London, EC4M 7JH
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 19:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
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 City Thameslink and Colchester

The travel time between City Thameslink and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between City Thameslink and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 86 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:00.

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Amenities on trains between City Thameslink 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 City Thameslink & Colchester. owever, there are 86 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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