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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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78

train journeys
per day

31

miles (50 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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On a typical weekday there are 78 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Bishops Stortford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 78 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Bishops Stortford is approximately 31 miles (50 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Bishops Stortford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Bishops Stortford Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    06:36
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:35
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    07:19
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:00
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:14
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:13
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:31
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    08:19
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:34
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:19
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:43
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:46
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:01
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:18
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:31
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    09:20
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:45
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:02
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:09
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:31
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    10:17
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:34
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:38
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:45
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:13
    2 hrs 2 changes
    11:13
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:30
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    11:17
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:33
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:00
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Colchester
    Bishops Stortford
    Colchester to Bishops Stortford

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 Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 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 Colchester and Bishops Stortford

The travel time between Colchester and Bishops Stortford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Bishops Stortford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 78 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Bishops Stortford 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 & Bishops Stortford. owever, there are 78 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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