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Trains from Earley (EAR) to Colchester (COL)

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35

train journeys
per day

83

miles (135 kms)

2hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

00:57 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Earley (EAR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Earley and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Earley to Colchester is approximately 83 miles (135 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 40 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Earley to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Earley to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:57
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:08
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:05
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:07
    2 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:35
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:08
    2 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:05
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:36
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:04
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:05
    2 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:35
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:06
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:35
    2 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Earley
    Colchester
    Earley to Colchester

About Earley Station

Station name Earley (EAR)
Address Earley station, Station Road, Earley, Berkshire, RG6 7DY
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 13:25
Saturday 08:00 - 16:00
Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
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

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 Earley and Colchester

The travel time between Earley and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Earley and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Earley 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 Earley & Colchester. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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