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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Colchester (COL)

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59

train journeys
per day

99

miles (159 kms)

2hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 59 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 59 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Colchester is approximately 99 miles (159 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 5 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:12
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:02
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:15
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:15
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:43
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:04
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Leicester
    Colchester
    Leicester to Colchester

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Leicester and Colchester

The travel time between Leicester and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 59 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Colchester. owever, there are 59 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Colchester.

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