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Trains from Purley (PUR) to Colchester Town (CET)

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35

train journeys
per day

57

miles (93 kms)

2hrs

fastest journey

04:03 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Purley (PUR) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Purley and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purley to Colchester Town is approximately 57 miles (93 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 33 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Colchester Town.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purley to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs.

Journeys from Purley to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:03
    3 hrs 3 changes
    07:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:02
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    07:40
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:57
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    08:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:27
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:57
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:57
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:27
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:57
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:27
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:57
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:27
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:57
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:27
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:57
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:27
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:57
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:27
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Purley
    Colchester Town
    Purley to Colchester Town

About Purley Station

Station name Purley (PUR)
Address Purley station, Station Approach, Whytecliffe Road, Purley, London, CR2 2AP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 20:05
Saturday 05:55 - 20:25
Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

The travel time between Purley and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purley and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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

Amenities on trains between Purley 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 Purley & Colchester Town. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Purley and Colchester Town.

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