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Trains from Colchester Stations to Nelson (NEL)

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15

train journeys
per day

186

miles (300 kms)

5hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester Stations to Nelson (NEL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Stations and Nelson , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Stations to Nelson is approximately 186 miles (300 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 8 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Nelson.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Nelson. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Stations to Nelson Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    6 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    7 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    07:05
    7 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    7 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    15:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    6 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    16:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    10:03
    7 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    11:01
    7 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    7 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    19:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    6 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    20:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    6 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    21:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    7 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    22:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    18:06
    5 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    23:59
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    18:43
    12 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    07:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    23:03
    10 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    14 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Colchester
    Nelson
    Colchester to Nelson

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
Address Accrington station, Eagle Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1LJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 15:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 15:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 15:00
Thursday 06:40 - 15:00
Friday 06:40 - 15:00
Saturday 06:40 - 15:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Stations and Nelson

The travel time between Colchester Stations and Nelson by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Stations and Nelson vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester Stations & Nelson. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Nelson.

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