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Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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35

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

1hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:19 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Ilford and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilford to Colchester Town is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 27 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilford to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Ilford to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:19
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:10
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:03
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:27
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    09:47
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:47
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:35
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:47
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:47
    Ilford
    Colchester Town
    Ilford to Colchester Town

About Ilford Station

Station name Ilford (IFD)
Address Ilford station, Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
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 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 Ilford and Colchester Town

The travel time between Ilford and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilford and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Ilford 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 Ilford & Colchester Town. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Colchester Town.

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