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Trains from Romford (RMF) to Colchester (COL)

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58

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

46 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 00:15

first / last train

9

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Romford (RMF) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 58 scheduled rail journeys between Romford and Colchester , with 9 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Romford to Colchester is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 58 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Romford and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Romford to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 46 mins.

Journeys from Romford to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:06
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    01:16
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:38
    51 mins Direct
    06:29
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    57 mins 1 change
    07:03
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    49 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    59 mins 1 change
    08:08
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 1 change
    08:15
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:42
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    09:11
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:20
    55 mins 1 change
    09:15
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    1 hrs 1 change
    09:40
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:04
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:20
    55 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    47 mins Direct
    10:40
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    11:04
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    47 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:51
    47 mins Direct
    11:38
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:04
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:16
    1 hrs 1 change
    12:16
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:51
    47 mins Direct
    12:38
    Romford
    Colchester
    Romford to Colchester

About Romford Station

Station name Romford (RMF)
Address Romford station, South Street, Romford, Greater London, RM1 1SX
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
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 Unavailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Romford and Colchester

The travel time between Romford and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Romford and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 58 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

Amenities on trains between Romford and Colchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 9 direct services per day from Romford to Colchester

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Romford and Colchester.

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