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Trains from East Grinstead (EGR) to Colchester (COL)

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32

train journeys
per day

66

miles (106 kms)

2hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:36 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from East Grinstead (EGR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between East Grinstead and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from East Grinstead to Colchester is approximately 66 miles (106 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 43 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between East Grinstead and Colchester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Grinstead to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from East Grinstead to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:36
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:04
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    11:38
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:36
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:06
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    14:38
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:06
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:06
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:06
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:36
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:06
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:39
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:36
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    19:15
    East Grinstead
    Colchester
    East Grinstead to Colchester

About East Grinstead Station

Station name East Grinstead (EGR)
Address East Grinstead station, Railway Approach, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1EB
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 20:15
Saturday 05:55 - 20:25
Sunday 07:50 - 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 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 East Grinstead and Colchester

The travel time between East Grinstead and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Grinstead and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between East Grinstead 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 East Grinstead & Colchester. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between East Grinstead and Colchester.

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