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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Thatcham (THA)

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34

train journeys
per day

98

miles (157 kms)

2hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Thatcham (THA)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Thatcham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Thatcham is approximately 98 miles (157 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 45 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Thatcham.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Thatcham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Thatcham Today

  • Mon 20th May
    05:12
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    06:06
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    08:24
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    06:30
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:51
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    07:05
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    07:30
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    08:08
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    10:31
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    08:32
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:58
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    08:49
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    09:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    10:03
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    12:30
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    10:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    11:01
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    13:30
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    11:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    12:01
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:32
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    12:33
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    13:01
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    13:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    14:01
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:31
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    14:33
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:53
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham
  • Mon 20th May
    15:02
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    17:29
    Colchester
    Thatcham
    Colchester to Thatcham

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 Thatcham Station

Station name Thatcham (THA)
Address Thatcham station, Station Road, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4PP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:30
Saturday 06:50 - 13:20
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Thatcham

The travel time between Colchester and Thatcham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Thatcham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Thatcham 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 & Thatcham. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Thatcham.

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