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Trains from Long Preston to Colchester Town (CET)

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11

train journeys
per day

197

miles (317 kms)

6hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

07:33 / 22:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Long Preston to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Long Preston and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Long Preston to Colchester Town is approximately 197 miles (317 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 24 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Long Preston and Colchester Town.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Long Preston to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Long Preston to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:33
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    13:03
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:42
    5 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    13:27
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:07
    5 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    16:03
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:36
    5 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    16:27
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:39
    5 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    17:27
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:39
    5 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    19:27
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:40
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    21:27
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:36
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:39
    11 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    06:27
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    20:08
    11 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    07:45
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:25
    11 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    09:49
    Long Preston
    Colchester Town
    Long Preston to Colchester Town

About Long Preston Station

Station name Long Preston (LPR)
Address Long Preston station, Station Road, Long Preston, North Yorkshire, BD23 4NH
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Preston and Colchester Town

The travel time between Long Preston and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Long Preston and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:44.

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Amenities on trains between Long Preston 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 Preston & Colchester Town. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Long Preston and Colchester Town.

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