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Trains from Meldreth (MEL) to Colchester Stations

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46

train journeys
per day

39

miles (64 kms)

2hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

01:14 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Meldreth (MEL) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Meldreth and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Meldreth to Colchester Stations is approximately 39 miles (64 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 40 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Meldreth and Colchester Stations .

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Meldreth to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Meldreth to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    01:14
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:01
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:05
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:28
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:41
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:35
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:00
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:41
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Meldreth
    Colchester
    Meldreth to Colchester

About Meldreth Station

Station name Meldreth (MEL)
Address Meldreth station, Station Road, Meldreth, Cambridgeshire, SG8 6JP
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 11:15
Saturday 08:45 - 13:15
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 Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
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 Meldreth and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Meldreth and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Meldreth and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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Amenities on trains between Meldreth and Colchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Meldreth & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Meldreth and Colchester Stations .

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