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Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Colchester (COL)

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79

train journeys
per day

42

miles (68 kms)

1hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:09 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 79 scheduled rail journeys between Ilford and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 79 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilford to Colchester is approximately 42 miles (68 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 8 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilford to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Ilford to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:09
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    06:29
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    06:48
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    07:03
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    07:18
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:21
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:46
    1 hrs 1 change
    07:46
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:59
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:08
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    08:42
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:11
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    09:40
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:51
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:04
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    1 hrs 1 change
    10:21
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:34
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:40
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:04
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    11:22
    Ilford
    Colchester
    Ilford to Colchester

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 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 Ilford and Colchester

The travel time between Ilford and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilford and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 79 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Ilford 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 Ilford & Colchester. owever, there are 79 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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