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Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Colchester Town (CET)

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42

train journeys
per day

141

miles (228 kms)

3hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:06 / 00:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Doncaster and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Doncaster to Colchester Town is approximately 141 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 6 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Doncaster to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Doncaster to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:06
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:36
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:22
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:37
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:14
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:47
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:57
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:31
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:56
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:48
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:19
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:57
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:04
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:19
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Doncaster
    Colchester Town
    Doncaster to Colchester Town

About Doncaster Station

Station name Doncaster (DON)
Address Doncaster station, Station Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1PE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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

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 Doncaster and Colchester Town

The travel time between Doncaster and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Doncaster and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:17.

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Amenities on trains between Doncaster 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 Doncaster & Colchester Town. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Colchester Town.

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