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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Colchester Town (CET)

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17

train journeys
per day

37

miles (59 kms)

2hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 00:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Herne Bay to Colchester Town is approximately 37 miles (59 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 25 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:10
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    08:48
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    19:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:45
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    21:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:45
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    22:40
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:45
    8 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:48
    7 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Herne Bay
    Colchester Town
    Herne Bay to Colchester Town

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
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 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 Herne Bay and Colchester Town

The travel time between Herne Bay and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:32.

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

Amenities on trains between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay & Colchester Town. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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