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Trains from Hertford East (HFE) to Colchester Town (CET)

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29

train journeys
per day

42

miles (67 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Hertford East (HFE) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Hertford East and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hertford East to Colchester Town is approximately 42 miles (67 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 42 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Hertford East and Colchester Town.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hertford East to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Hertford East to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    08:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    16:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:09
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    18:27
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:39
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    19:03
    Hertford East
    Colchester Town
    Hertford East to Colchester Town

About Hertford East Station

Station name Hertford East (HFE)
Address Hertford East station, Mill Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1SB
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 14:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

The travel time between Hertford East and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hertford East and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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

Amenities on trains between Hertford East 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 Hertford East & Colchester Town. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Hertford East and Colchester Town.

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