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Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Colchester Town (CET)

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47

train journeys
per day

50

miles (81 kms)

1hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

04:47 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 47 scheduled rail journeys between London Blackfriars and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 47 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Blackfriars to Colchester Town is approximately 50 miles (81 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 41 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between London Blackfriars and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Blackfriars to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from London Blackfriars to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:47
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:36
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:08
    1 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    07:51
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    1 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    08:03
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    1 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:13
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:34
    1 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:52
    1 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:34
    1 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:52
    1 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:13
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:34
    1 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    1 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:13
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:34
    1 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    1 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:13
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:34
    1 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:52
    1 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    London Blackfriars
    Colchester Town
    London Blackfriars to Colchester Town

About London Blackfriars Station

Station name London Blackfriars (BFR)
Address London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 20:30
Saturday 07:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 London Blackfriars and Colchester Town

The travel time between London Blackfriars and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Blackfriars and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 47 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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

Amenities on trains between London Blackfriars 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 London Blackfriars & Colchester Town. owever, there are 47 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between London Blackfriars and Colchester Town.

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