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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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37

train journeys
per day

43

miles (69 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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

The distance by rail from Colchester to Canterbury West is approximately 43 miles (69 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 23 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Canterbury West.

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

Journeys from Colchester to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    08:17
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 2 changes
    08:30
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:05
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:31
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    10:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:12
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:11
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:12
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:02
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Colchester
    Canterbury West
    Colchester to Canterbury West

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 Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Canterbury West

The travel time between Colchester and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Canterbury West 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 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Canterbury West 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 & Canterbury West. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Canterbury West.

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