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Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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56

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

2hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 00:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 56 scheduled rail journeys between Dartford and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 56 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dartford to Colchester Town is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 36 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Colchester Town.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dartford to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Dartford to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:17
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    07:40
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    08:03
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:18
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:21
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:21
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:20
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:20
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:21
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Dartford
    Colchester Town
    Dartford to Colchester Town

About Dartford Station

Station name Dartford (DFD)
Address Dartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:40
Saturday 06:10 - 19:40
Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dartford and Colchester Town

The travel time between Dartford and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dartford and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 56 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dartford & Colchester Town. owever, there are 56 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Dartford and Colchester Town.

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