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Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Colchester Town (CET)

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15

train journeys
per day

117

miles (188 kms)

3hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

02:07 / 23:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town is approximately 117 miles (188 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 45 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester Town.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    02:07
    7 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:29
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:51
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:45
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:23
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:42
    10 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:28
    9 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    08:51
    Southampton Airport Parkway
    Colchester Town
    Southampton Airport Parkway to Colchester Town

About Southampton Airport Parkway Station

Station name Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)
Address Southampton Airport Parkway station, Wide Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2HW
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 05:45 - 20:00
Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
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 Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester Town

The travel time between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:40.

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

Amenities on trains between Southampton Airport Parkway 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 Southampton Airport Parkway & Colchester Town. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Airport Parkway and Colchester Town.

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