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Trains from Hastings (HGS) to Colchester Town (CET)

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46

train journeys
per day

72

miles (116 kms)

3hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Hastings (HGS) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Hastings and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hastings to Colchester Town is approximately 72 miles (116 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 50 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Hastings and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hastings to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Hastings to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:20
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:48
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:44
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:44
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:44
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:44
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:44
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:21
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:25
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:44
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Hastings
    Colchester Town
    Hastings to Colchester Town

About Hastings Station

Station name Hastings (HGS)
Address Hastings station, Station Approach, off Havelock Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1BA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 20:30
Saturday 05:50 - 20:30
Sunday 05:50 - 20:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Hastings and Colchester Town

The travel time between Hastings and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hastings and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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Amenities on trains between Hastings 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 Hastings & Colchester Town. owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Hastings and Colchester Town.

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