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Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Colchester (COL)

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14

train journeys
per day

112

miles (180 kms)

3hrs

fastest journey

04:56 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Nottingham (NOT) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Nottingham and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nottingham to Colchester is approximately 112 miles (180 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 2 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Nottingham and Colchester.

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

Journeys from Nottingham to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:56
    4 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:07
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    11:28
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:41
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    13:28
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:39
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    15:28
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:39
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:39
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    17:27
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:39
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:40
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:59
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:40
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    21:51
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:40
    3 hrs 1 change
    23:40
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:20
    10 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Nottingham
    Colchester
    Nottingham to Colchester

About Nottingham Station

Station name Nottingham (NOT)
Address Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
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 Nottingham and Colchester

The travel time between Nottingham and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nottingham and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between Nottingham 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 Nottingham & Colchester. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Nottingham and Colchester.

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