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Trains from Hastings (HGS) to Colchester (COL)

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26

train journeys
per day

73

miles (118 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:14 / 23:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Hastings (HGS) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Hastings and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hastings to Colchester is approximately 73 miles (118 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 22 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hastings to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Hastings to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:14
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:25
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:19
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:20
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:25
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    14:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:25
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    15:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:25
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:25
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:25
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:42
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:01
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:21
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    19:33
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:26
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:25
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    20:11
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:44
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    21:04
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:26
    2 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    21:15
    Hastings
    Colchester
    Hastings to Colchester

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 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 Hastings and Colchester

The travel time between Hastings and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hastings and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:33.

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Amenities on trains between Hastings 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 Hastings & Colchester. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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