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Trains from Leighton Buzzard (LBZ) to Colchester Town (CET)

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35

train journeys
per day

67

miles (108 kms)

2hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leighton Buzzard (LBZ) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Leighton Buzzard 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 Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town is approximately 67 miles (108 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Leighton Buzzard and Colchester Town.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:02
    7 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    07:03
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    02:09
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    07:40
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:31
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:38
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:51
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:19
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:17
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:17
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:17
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:17
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:47
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:17
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Leighton Buzzard
    Colchester Town
    Leighton Buzzard to Colchester Town

About Leighton Buzzard Station

Station name Leighton Buzzard (LBZ)
Address Leighton Buzzard station, Station Approach, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2LY
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Leighton Buzzard and Colchester Town

The travel time between Leighton Buzzard and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leighton Buzzard 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 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:49.

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

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

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Leighton Buzzard and Colchester Town.

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