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Trains from Par (PAR) to Colchester (COL)

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15

train journeys
per day

265

miles (427 kms)

5hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

07:05 / 05:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Par (PAR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Par and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Par to Colchester is approximately 265 miles (427 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 15 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Par and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Par to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Par to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    6 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    6 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:13
    6 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:24
    5 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    5 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:19
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:17
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    20:11
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:19
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    21:04
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:53
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    22:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:19
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    23:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:53
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:54
    7 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    01:56
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:56
    8 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Par
    Colchester
    Par to Colchester

About Par Station

Station name Par (PAR)
Address Par station, Station Approach, off Eastcliffe Road, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2LT
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 14:30
Saturday 08:00 - 14:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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

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 Par and Colchester

The travel time between Par and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Par and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:08.

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Amenities on trains between Par 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 Par & Colchester. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Par and Colchester.

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