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Trains from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Colchester (COL)

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11

train journeys
per day

122

miles (196 kms)

4hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Grimsby Town (GMB) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Grimsby Town and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Grimsby Town to Colchester is approximately 122 miles (196 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 49 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Grimsby Town to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Grimsby Town to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:12
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:32
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:59
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:32
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:39
    5 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:28
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:41
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:59
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:27
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    18:02
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:38
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    19:59
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:41
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:38
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:06
    11 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Grimsby Town
    Colchester
    Grimsby Town to Colchester

About Grimsby Town Station

Station name Grimsby Town (GMB)
Address Grimsby Town station, Station Approach, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 1LY
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
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 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 Town and Colchester

The travel time between Grimsby Town and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Grimsby Town and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Grimsby Town 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 Town & Colchester. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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