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Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Colchester Town (CET)

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42

train journeys
per day

68

miles (109 kms)

2hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

03:23 / 01:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Peterborough (PBO) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Peterborough and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Peterborough to Colchester Town is approximately 68 miles (109 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 4 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Peterborough and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Peterborough to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Peterborough to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    03:23
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    07:40
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:54
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:10
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:20
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:57
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:08
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:54
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:11
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:54
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:11
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:54
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:30
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Peterborough
    Colchester Town
    Peterborough to Colchester Town

About Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 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 Peterborough and Colchester Town

The travel time between Peterborough and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Peterborough and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

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

Amenities on trains between Peterborough 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 Peterborough & Colchester Town. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Peterborough and Colchester Town.

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