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Trains from Headcorn (HCN) to Colchester Town (CET)

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40

train journeys
per day

51

miles (82 kms)

2hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Headcorn (HCN) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Headcorn and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Headcorn to Colchester Town is approximately 51 miles (82 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 2 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Headcorn to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Headcorn to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:43
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:55
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:13
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:04
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:43
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:04
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:13
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:04
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:13
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:43
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:04
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:13
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:43
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:04
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:43
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:04
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:13
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Headcorn
    Colchester Town
    Headcorn to Colchester Town

About Headcorn Station

Station name Headcorn (HCN)
Address Headcorn station, Station Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9SD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:20
Saturday 07:10 - 13:50
Sunday 08:10 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Headcorn and Colchester Town

The travel time between Headcorn and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Headcorn and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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Amenities on trains between Headcorn 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 Headcorn & Colchester Town. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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