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Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Colchester Town (CET)

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25

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

4hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil (MER) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Tydfil and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 44 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Colchester Town.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    11:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:38
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    12:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    13:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    14:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:08
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    15:27
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:38
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    16:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:38
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:08
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    17:27
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:38
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    18:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:38
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    18:27
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    19:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:38
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    19:27
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:08
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    20:27
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:38
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:08
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    21:03
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:38
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Tydfil to Colchester Town

About Merthyr Tydfil Station

Station name Merthyr Tydfil (MER)
Address Merthyr Tydfil station, Tramroad Side, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr, CF47 0AG
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:30 - 13:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 13:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 13:00
Thursday 07:30 - 13:00
Friday 07:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:30 - 13:00
Sunday Closed
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 Merthyr Tydfil and Colchester Town

The travel time between Merthyr Tydfil and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Tydfil and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil & Colchester Town. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Merthyr Tydfil and Colchester Town.

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