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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Bidston (BID)

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26

train journeys
per day

197

miles (317 kms)

5hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:43 / 23:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Bidston is approximately 197 miles (317 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 1 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Bidston.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:43
    4 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    11:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    12:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    5 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    13:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:55
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    5 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    14:55
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:35
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    15:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    15:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:35
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    16:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    16:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    17:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    17:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:35
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    18:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    18:40
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:35
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    19:50
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:44
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    19:50
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:34
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    20:50
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:44
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    20:50
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:00
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    21:50
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:35
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    22:50
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:44
    5 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    22:50
    Colchester Town
    Bidston
    Colchester Town to Bidston

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
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 Town and Bidston

The travel time between Colchester Town and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:07.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester Town and Bidston 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 Town & Bidston. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Bidston.

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