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Trains from Gainsborough Stations to Colchester Town (CET)

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14

train journeys
per day

126

miles (203 kms)

4hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:40 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Gainsborough Stations to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Gainsborough Stations and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gainsborough Stations to Colchester Town is approximately 126 miles (203 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 55 mins.

Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Stations and Colchester Town.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gainsborough Central to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Gainsborough Stations to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:44
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:07
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:11
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:09
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:14
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:18
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:47
    4 hrs 3 changes
    21:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:03
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:11
    11 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:50
    9 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:05
    10 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:49
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Colchester Town

About Gainsborough Stations Station

Station name Gainsborough Stations (79)
Address London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 03:10 - 01:00
Tuesday 04:00 - 01:00
Wednesday 04:00 - 01:00
Thursday 04:00 - 01:00
Friday 03:40 - 01:00
Saturday 03:40 - 01:00
Sunday 03:40 - 01:00
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

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 Gainsborough Stations and Colchester Town

The travel time between Gainsborough Stations and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gainsborough Stations and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

Amenities on trains between Gainsborough Stations 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 Gainsborough Stations & Colchester Town. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Stations and Colchester Town.

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