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Trains from Purfleet (PFL) to Colchester Town (CET)

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31

train journeys
per day

40

miles (64 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 23:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Purfleet (PFL) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Purfleet and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purfleet to Colchester Town is approximately 40 miles (64 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Purfleet and Colchester Town.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purfleet to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Purfleet to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    07:51
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Purfleet
    Colchester Town
    Purfleet to Colchester Town

About Purfleet Station

Station name Purfleet (PFL)
Address Purfleet station, London Road, Purfleet, Essex, RM19 1PP
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 09:50
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
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 Purfleet and Colchester Town

The travel time between Purfleet and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purfleet and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Purfleet 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 Purfleet & Colchester Town. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Purfleet and Colchester Town.

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