This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Darwen (DWN) to Colchester Town (CET)

Find the cheapest fares to Colchester Town by splitting your tickets

14

train journeys
per day

188

miles (303 kms)

5hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

06:26 / 23:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Darwen (DWN) to Colchester Town (CET)

Buy tickets from Darwen to Colchester Town. Explore the list of all train routes from Darwen to Colchester Town and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Darwen and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darwen to Colchester Town is approximately 188 miles (303 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 10 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Darwen and Colchester Town.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darwen to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Darwen to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:26
    5 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    11:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    12:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    13:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    14:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    15:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    16:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    17:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    18:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    19:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    20:51
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    21:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    22:47
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:56
    11 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    07:45
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:12
    10 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    09:49
    Darwen
    Colchester Town
    Darwen to Colchester Town

About Darwen Station

Station name Darwen (DWN)
Address Darwen station, Atlas Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 0DE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Darwen and Colchester Town

The travel time between Darwen and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darwen and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:33.

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

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Darwen and Colchester Town. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Colchester Town, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Darwen & Colchester Town. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Darwen and Colchester Town.

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