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Trains from Minster (MSR) to Colchester (COL)

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36

train journeys
per day

43

miles (70 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:03 / 23:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Minster (MSR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Minster and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Minster to Colchester is approximately 43 miles (70 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 6 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Minster and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Minster to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Minster to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:03
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:46
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:34
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:28
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:04
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:04
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:04
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:20
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:04
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:28
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Minster
    Colchester
    Minster to Colchester

About Minster Station

Station name Minster (MSR)
Address Minster station, Station Approach, Minster, Kent, CT12 4HX
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
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 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 Minster and Colchester

The travel time between Minster and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Minster and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:36.

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Amenities on trains between Minster 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 Minster & Colchester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Minster and Colchester.

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