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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Colchester (COL)

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36

train journeys
per day

57

miles (93 kms)

1hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Colchester is approximately 57 miles (93 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 18 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:44
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    07:03
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:04
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:04
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:04
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Folkestone West
    Colchester
    Folkestone West to Colchester

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZ
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:40 - 21:30
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 Folkestone Stations and Colchester

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations 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 Folkestone Stations & Colchester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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