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Trains from London Bridge to Colchester (COL)

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131

train journeys
per day

50

miles (80 kms)

1hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

04:51 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Bridge to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 131 scheduled rail journeys between London Bridge and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 131 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Bridge to Colchester is approximately 50 miles (80 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 28 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Bridge to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from London Bridge to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:51
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    06:29
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    06:48
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    07:03
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    07:18
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:58
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    07:35
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:20
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:46
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    1 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:36
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    08:08
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:15
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:46
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:22
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:58
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:11
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    08:42
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:45
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:21
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:40
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:11
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:15
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:51
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    London Bridge
    Colchester
    London Bridge to Colchester

About London Bridge Station

Station name London Bridge (LBG)
Address London Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:45 - 01:00
Saturday 04:45 - 01:00
Sunday 05:25 - 01:00
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

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 London Bridge and Colchester

The travel time between London Bridge and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Bridge and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 131 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between London Bridge 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 London Bridge & Colchester. owever, there are 131 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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