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Trains from Rugby (RUG) to Colchester (COL)

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35

train journeys
per day

96

miles (155 kms)

2hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:04 / 01:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Rugby (RUG) to Colchester (COL)

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

The distance by rail from Rugby to Colchester is approximately 96 miles (155 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 51 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Rugby and Colchester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rugby to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Rugby to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:04
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:34
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:34
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:44
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:56
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:34
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:56
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:34
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:56
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:34
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:56
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:34
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:56
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:34
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Rugby
    Colchester
    Rugby to Colchester

About Rugby Station

Station name Rugby (RUG)
Address Rugby station, Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3LA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 05:45 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
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 Unavailable
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 Rugby and Colchester

The travel time between Rugby and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rugby and Colchester 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 06:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:17.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rugby & Colchester. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Rugby and Colchester.

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