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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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17

train journeys
per day

68

miles (110 kms)

3hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

01:23 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Gatwick Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Gatwick Airport is approximately 68 miles (110 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 29 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Gatwick Airport.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Gatwick Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Gatwick Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:23
    7 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:47
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:46
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    19:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:46
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:46
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    21:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:44
    4 hrs 2 changes
    22:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:48
    4 hrs 2 changes
    23:48
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:22
    9 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Colchester
    Gatwick Airport
    Colchester to Gatwick Airport

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 Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Gatwick Airport

The travel time between Colchester and Gatwick Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Gatwick Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester and Gatwick Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Gatwick Airport 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 & Gatwick Airport. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Gatwick Airport.

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