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Trains from Loughborough Junction (LGJ) to Colchester (COL)

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70

train journeys
per day

52

miles (84 kms)

1hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Loughborough Junction (LGJ) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 70 scheduled rail journeys between Loughborough Junction and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 70 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Loughborough Junction to Colchester is approximately 52 miles (84 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 35 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Loughborough Junction to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Loughborough Junction to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:45
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:46
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Loughborough Junction
    Colchester
    Loughborough Junction to Colchester

About Loughborough Junction Station

Station name Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
Address Loughborough Junction station, Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, London, SW9 8SA
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 12:50 15:20 - 21:50
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Loughborough Junction and Colchester

The travel time between Loughborough Junction and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Loughborough Junction and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 70 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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Amenities on trains between Loughborough Junction 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 Loughborough Junction & Colchester. owever, there are 70 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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