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Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Colchester (COL)

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93

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

1hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Dartford (DFD) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 93 scheduled rail journeys between Dartford and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 93 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dartford to Colchester is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dartford to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Dartford to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:00
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:22
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:47
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:00
    2 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:21
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    2 hrs 2 changes
    09:21
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    09:40
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:47
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:51
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:20
    1 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:21
    2 hrs 2 changes
    10:21
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:47
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:51
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Dartford
    Colchester
    Dartford to Colchester

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 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 Dartford and Colchester

The travel time between Dartford and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dartford and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 93 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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Amenities on trains between Dartford 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 Dartford & Colchester. owever, there are 93 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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