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Trains from Merthyr Vale (MEV) to Colchester Town (CET)

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24

train journeys
per day

181

miles (292 kms)

4hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

06:20 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Merthyr Vale (MEV) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Vale and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town is approximately 181 miles (292 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    11:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    12:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    13:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    14:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:20
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    15:27
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    16:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:20
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    17:27
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    18:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    18:27
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    19:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:50
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    19:27
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:20
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    20:27
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:50
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    20:51
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:20
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    21:03
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:50
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Merthyr Vale
    Colchester Town
    Merthyr Vale to Colchester Town

About Merthyr Vale Station

Station name Merthyr Vale (MEV)
Address Merthyr Vale station, Merthyr Street, Merthyr Vale, Merthyr, CF48 4TE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
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 Merthyr Vale and Colchester Town

The travel time between Merthyr Vale and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Vale and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Merthyr Vale 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 Vale & Colchester Town. owever, there are 24 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 Vale and Colchester Town.

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