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Trains from East Midlands Parkway (EMD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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32

train journeys
per day

113

miles (183 kms)

3hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from East Midlands Parkway (EMD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between East Midlands Parkway and Colchester Town , 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 Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town is approximately 113 miles (183 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 54 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between East Midlands Parkway and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:53
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:43
    3 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:24
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:41
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:59
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:27
    3 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:59
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:45
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:45
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:27
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:45
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Colchester Town
    East Midlands Parkway to Colchester Town

About East Midlands Parkway Station

Station name East Midlands Parkway (EMD)
Address East Midlands Parkway station, Station Approach Road, off A453, Remembrance Way, near Ratcliffe-on-Soar, Nottinghamshire, NG11 0EE
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 19:30
Tuesday 06:00 - 19:30
Wednesday 06:00 - 19:30
Thursday 06:00 - 19:30
Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:30
Sunday 07:30 - 19:30
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 Unavailable

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 East Midlands Parkway and Colchester Town

The travel time between East Midlands Parkway and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Midlands Parkway and Colchester Town 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 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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

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

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between East Midlands Parkway and Colchester Town.

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