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Trains from Hertford Stations to Colchester (COL)

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77

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

1hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Hertford Stations to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 77 scheduled rail journeys between Hertford Stations and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 77 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hertford Stations to Colchester is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 13 mins.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Hertford Stations and Colchester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hertford East to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Hertford Stations to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:35
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:25
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:25
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:46
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:27
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:57
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:21
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 1 change
    08:45
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    2 hrs 1 change
    09:45
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:51
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:04
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:15
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:42
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Hertford North
    Colchester
    Hertford North to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Hertford East
    Colchester
    Hertford East to Colchester

About Hertford Stations Station

Station name Hertford Stations (96)
Address London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 03:10 - 01:00
Tuesday 04:00 - 01:00
Wednesday 04:00 - 01:00
Thursday 04:00 - 01:00
Friday 03:40 - 01:00
Saturday 03:40 - 01:00
Sunday 03:40 - 01:00
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

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 Hertford Stations and Colchester

The travel time between Hertford Stations and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hertford Stations and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 77 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:36.

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Amenities on trains between Hertford Stations 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 Hertford Stations & Colchester. owever, there are 77 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Hertford Stations and Colchester.

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