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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Lowestoft (LWT)

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24

train journeys
per day

53

miles (86 kms)

1hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

00:19 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Lowestoft (LWT)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Lowestoft , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Lowestoft is approximately 53 miles (86 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 24 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Lowestoft. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Lowestoft Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:19
    6 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    06:22
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:05
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    09:32
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    11:35
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    12:42
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    15:38
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:20
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    16:35
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:47
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    16:42
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:20
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    17:36
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:46
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    17:45
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:20
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    18:35
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:46
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    18:43
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:46
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    19:43
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:44
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    20:43
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:48
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    21:43
    Colchester
    Lowestoft
    Colchester to Lowestoft

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 Lowestoft Station

Station name Lowestoft (LWT)
Address Lowestoft station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2EG
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 17:05
Saturday 06:40 - 17:05
Sunday 08:00 - 16:15
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Lowestoft

The travel time between Colchester and Lowestoft by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Lowestoft vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Lowestoft 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 & Lowestoft. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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