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Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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30

train journeys
per day

174

miles (281 kms)

5hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

00:20 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rochdale (RCD) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Rochdale and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rochdale to Colchester Town is approximately 174 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochdale to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Rochdale to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:20
    10 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    10:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:37
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    11:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    5 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    12:27
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:36
    5 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    12:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    5 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    13:27
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:37
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    13:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    5 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    14:03
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:51
    5 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    14:27
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:37
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    14:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    5 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    15:27
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:37
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    15:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:50
    5 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    16:27
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:37
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    16:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:51
    5 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    17:27
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:37
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    17:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:48
    5 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    18:03
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    5 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    18:27
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:37
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    18:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    5 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    19:27
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:37
    5 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    19:47
    Rochdale
    Colchester Town
    Rochdale to Colchester Town

About Rochdale Station

Station name Rochdale (RCD)
Address Rochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:10 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:10 - 20:00
Thursday 06:10 - 20:00
Friday 06:10 - 20:45
Saturday 06:10 - 20:45
Sunday 09:00 - 19:40
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 Unavailable
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 Rochdale and Colchester Town

The travel time between Rochdale and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochdale and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

Amenities on trains between Rochdale 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 Rochdale & Colchester Town. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Rochdale and Colchester Town.

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