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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Kettering (KET)

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62

train journeys
per day

76

miles (123 kms)

2hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Kettering (KET)

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On a typical weekday there are 62 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Kettering , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 62 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Kettering is approximately 76 miles (123 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 40 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Kettering.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Kettering. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Kettering Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:47
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    07:57
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    08:54
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:20
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    09:20
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:25
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:50
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:50
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    10:53
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:15
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:15
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:52
    Colchester
    Kettering
    Colchester to Kettering

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 Kettering Station

Station name Kettering (KET)
Address Kettering station, Station Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7HJ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:30
Saturday 06:00 - 20:30
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Kettering

The travel time between Colchester and Kettering by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Kettering vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 62 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Kettering 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 & Kettering. owever, there are 62 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Kettering.

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