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Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Colchester Town (CET)

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36

train journeys
per day

24

miles (39 kms)

1hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:16 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

1

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Rayleigh and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rayleigh to Colchester Town is approximately 24 miles (39 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 42 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rayleigh to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Rayleigh to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:16
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:03
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:16
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:03
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:26
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:48
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    09:47
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:47
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    14:47
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:26
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:47
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:06
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:27
    Rayleigh
    Colchester Town
    Rayleigh to Colchester Town

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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

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 Rayleigh and Colchester Town

The travel time between Rayleigh and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rayleigh and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

Amenities on trains between Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh & Colchester Town. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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