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Trains from Long Eaton (LGE) to Colchester Town (CET)

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32

train journeys
per day

115

miles (185 kms)

3hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

04:48 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Long Eaton (LGE) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Long Eaton and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Long Eaton to Colchester Town is approximately 115 miles (185 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 10 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Long Eaton and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Long Eaton to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Long Eaton to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:48
    4 hrs 2 changes
    08:48
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:38
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:36
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:41
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:49
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:41
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:41
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:49
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:49
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:41
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:41
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:49
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:40
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:40
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    16:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Long Eaton
    Colchester Town
    Long Eaton to Colchester Town

About Long Eaton Station

Station name Long Eaton (LGE)
Address Long Eaton station, Tamworth Road, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 3GS
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 17:30
Saturday 06:05 - 17:30
Sunday 08:45 - 16:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Long Eaton and Colchester Town

The travel time between Long Eaton and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Long Eaton and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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

Amenities on trains between Long Eaton 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 Long Eaton & Colchester Town. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Long Eaton and Colchester Town.

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