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Trains from Durham (DHM) to Colchester Town (CET)

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19

train journeys
per day

224

miles (361 kms)

4hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Durham (DHM) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Durham and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Durham to Colchester Town is approximately 224 miles (361 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 41 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Durham to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Durham to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:00
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:12
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:59
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    20:30
    9 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:29
    9 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    07:09
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:12
    10 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    09:49
    Durham
    Colchester Town
    Durham to Colchester Town

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 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 Durham and Colchester Town

The travel time between Durham and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Durham and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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

Amenities on trains between Durham 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 Durham & Colchester Town. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Colchester Town.

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