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Trains from South Merton (SMO) to Colchester (COL)

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36

train journeys
per day

58

miles (93 kms)

1hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:01 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from South Merton (SMO) to Colchester (COL)

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

The distance by rail from South Merton to Colchester is approximately 58 miles (93 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being South Merton to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from South Merton to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:01
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    South Merton
    Colchester
    South Merton to Colchester

About South Merton Station

Station name South Merton (SMO)
Address South Merton station, Martin Way, Merton, London, SW20 9JT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 South Merton and Colchester

The travel time between South Merton and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between South Merton and Colchester 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 06:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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

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

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