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Trains from Grantham (GRA) to Colchester (COL)

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34

train journeys
per day

95

miles (153 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 01:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Grantham (GRA) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Grantham and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Grantham to Colchester is approximately 95 miles (153 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 58 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Grantham and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Grantham to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Grantham to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:49
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:17
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:19
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:28
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:03
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:19
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:34
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:12
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:19
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:11
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:02
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:19
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:10
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:02
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Grantham
    Colchester
    Grantham to Colchester

About Grantham Station

Station name Grantham (GRA)
Address Grantham station, Station Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6BT
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 15:30
Saturday 08:00 - 15:00
Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
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 Unavailable
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 Grantham and Colchester

The travel time between Grantham and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Grantham and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

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Amenities on trains between Grantham 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 Grantham & Colchester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Grantham and Colchester.

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