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Trains from Lewisham (LEW) to Colchester (COL)

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84

train journeys
per day

49

miles (79 kms)

1hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Lewisham (LEW) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 84 scheduled rail journeys between Lewisham and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 84 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lewisham to Colchester is approximately 49 miles (79 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 43 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Lewisham and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lewisham to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Lewisham to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:40
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    06:29
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:19
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    07:03
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    07:18
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:07
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:25
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    08:08
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    08:42
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    09:11
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    09:40
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    10:04
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:21
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:55
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    10:40
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:04
    Lewisham
    Colchester
    Lewisham to Colchester

About Lewisham Station

Station name Lewisham (LEW)
Address Lewisham station, Loampit Vale, Lewisham, Greater London, SE13 7RY
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:10 - 20:50
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 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 Lewisham and Colchester

The travel time between Lewisham and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lewisham and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 84 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Lewisham 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 Lewisham & Colchester. owever, there are 84 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Lewisham and Colchester.

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