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Trains from Grimsby Docks (GMD) to Colchester (COL)

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7

train journeys
per day

122

miles (197 kms)

6hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

06:16 / 21:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Grimsby Docks (GMD) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 7 scheduled rail journeys between Grimsby Docks and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Grimsby Docks to Colchester is approximately 122 miles (197 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 53 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Grimsby Docks and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Grimsby Docks to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Grimsby Docks to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    7 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Grimsby Docks
    Colchester
    Grimsby Docks to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    7 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:28
    Grimsby Docks
    Colchester
    Grimsby Docks to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:05
    7 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    18:29
    Grimsby Docks
    Colchester
    Grimsby Docks to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:02
    7 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:28
    Grimsby Docks
    Colchester
    Grimsby Docks to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:02
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Grimsby Docks
    Colchester
    Grimsby Docks to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:02
    6 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    23:40
    Grimsby Docks
    Colchester
    Grimsby Docks to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:13
    12 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Grimsby Docks
    Colchester
    Grimsby Docks to Colchester

About Grimsby Docks Station

Station name Grimsby Docks (GMD)
Address Grimsby Docks station, Cleethorpes Road, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 3PB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Grimsby Docks and Colchester

The travel time between Grimsby Docks and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Grimsby Docks and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 7 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:16.

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Amenities on trains between Grimsby Docks 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 Grimsby Docks & Colchester. owever, there are 7 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Grimsby Docks and Colchester.

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