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Trains from Luton (LUT) to Colchester (COL)

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72

train journeys
per day

55

miles (89 kms)

1hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

03:40 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Luton (LUT) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 72 scheduled rail journeys between Luton and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 72 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Luton to Colchester is approximately 55 miles (89 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Luton to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Luton to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:40
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:20
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:38
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:08
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:02
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:13
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:57
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:47
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Luton
    Colchester
    Luton to Colchester

About Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
Address Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Luton and Colchester

The travel time between Luton and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Luton and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 72 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Luton 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 Luton & Colchester. owever, there are 72 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Colchester.

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