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Trains from Dorchester Stations to Colchester (COL)

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34

train journeys
per day

165

miles (267 kms)

4hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

06:07 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Dorchester Stations to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Dorchester Stations and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dorchester Stations to Colchester is approximately 165 miles (267 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 8 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester Stations and Colchester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dorchester West to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Dorchester Stations to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:07
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:37
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Dorchester West
    Colchester
    Dorchester West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:33
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:13
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:33
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    19:15
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:13
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    19:39
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:33
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    20:11
    Dorchester South
    Colchester
    Dorchester South to Colchester

About Dorchester Stations Station

Station name Dorchester Stations (64)
Address Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZ
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:40 - 21:30
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 Available
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 Dorchester Stations and Colchester

The travel time between Dorchester Stations and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dorchester Stations and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 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 Dorchester Stations 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 Dorchester Stations & Colchester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester Stations and Colchester.

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