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Trains from Eltham (ELW) to Colchester Town (CET)

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32

train journeys
per day

47

miles (75 kms)

2hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

06:18 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Eltham (ELW) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Eltham 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 Eltham to Colchester Town is approximately 47 miles (75 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 34 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Eltham and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Eltham to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Eltham to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:18
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:26
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:19
    2 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:18
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:17
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:26
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Eltham
    Colchester Town
    Eltham to Colchester Town

About Eltham Station

Station name Eltham (ELW)
Address Eltham station, Well Hall Road, Eltham, Greater London, SE9 6SL
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Eltham and Colchester Town

The travel time between Eltham and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Eltham 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 06:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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

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

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Eltham and Colchester Town.

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