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Trains from Colchester (COL) to St Albans City (SAC)

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1

train journeys
per day

53

miles (85 kms)

4hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 07:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Colchester (COL) to St Albans City (SAC)

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On a typical weekday there are 1 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and St Albans City , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to St Albans City is approximately 53 miles (85 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 14 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and St Albans City.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to St Albans City. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to St Albans City Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:54
    Colchester
    St Albans City
    Colchester to St Albans City

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 St Albans City Station

Station name St Albans City (SAC)
Address St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:45 - 21:15
Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and St Albans City

The travel time between Colchester and St Albans City by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and St Albans City vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 1 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 07:38.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and St Albans City 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 & St Albans City. owever, there are 1 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and St Albans City.

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