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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Althorpe (ALP)

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9

train journeys
per day

134

miles (217 kms)

3hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

08:07 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Althorpe (ALP)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Althorpe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Althorpe is approximately 134 miles (217 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 50 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Althorpe.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Althorpe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Althorpe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:03
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:13
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe
  • Mon 6th May
    15:43
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    20:14
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe
  • Mon 6th May
    18:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    22:25
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe
  • Mon 6th May
    18:43
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    23:06
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe
  • Mon 6th May
    23:03
    10 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    12 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Colchester
    Althorpe
    Colchester to Althorpe

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

About Althorpe Station

Station name Althorpe (ALP)
Address Althorpe station, Station Road, Althorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN17 3HL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Althorpe

The travel time between Colchester and Althorpe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Althorpe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 08:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Althorpe 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 & Althorpe. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Althorpe.

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