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Trains from Dalston Junction (DLJ) to Colchester (COL)

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87

train journeys
per day

48

miles (77 kms)

1hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

06:07 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Dalston Junction (DLJ) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 87 scheduled rail journeys between Dalston Junction and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 87 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dalston Junction to Colchester is approximately 48 miles (77 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 22 mins.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Dalston Junction and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dalston Junction to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Dalston Junction to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:07
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:53
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:42
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Dalston Junction
    Colchester
    Dalston Junction to Colchester

About Dalston Junction Station

Station name Dalston Junction (DLJ)
Address Dalston Junction station, Dalston Lane, Dalston, London, E8 3DE
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 10:00
Saturday 12:30 - 14:45
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dalston Junction and Colchester

The travel time between Dalston Junction and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dalston Junction and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 87 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Dalston Junction and Colchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dalston Junction & Colchester. owever, there are 87 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Dalston Junction and Colchester.

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