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Trains from Kendal (KEN) to Colchester (COL)

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13

train journeys
per day

225

miles (363 kms)

4hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Kendal (KEN) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Kendal and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kendal to Colchester is approximately 225 miles (363 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 16 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Kendal and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kendal to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Kendal to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:10
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:09
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:11
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:14
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:14
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:19
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:10
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:02
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    01:56
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:01
    10 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Kendal
    Colchester
    Kendal to Colchester

About Kendal Station

Station name Kendal (KEN)
Address Kendal station, Station Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6BT
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Kendal and Colchester

The travel time between Kendal and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kendal and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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Amenities on trains between Kendal 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 Kendal & Colchester. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Kendal and Colchester.

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