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Trains from Guildford (GLD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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21

train journeys
per day

78

miles (125 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

00:14 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Guildford (GLD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Guildford and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Guildford to Colchester Town is approximately 78 miles (125 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 41 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Guildford and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Guildford to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Guildford to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:14
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    07:03
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:14
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:04
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:38
    2 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:54
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:49
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    21:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:49
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    22:40
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:40
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:40
    7 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    07:09
    Guildford
    Colchester Town
    Guildford to Colchester Town

About Guildford Station

Station name Guildford (GLD)
Address Guildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UT
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 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

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 Guildford and Colchester Town

The travel time between Guildford and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Guildford and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Guildford 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 Guildford & Colchester Town. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Guildford and Colchester Town.

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