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Trains from Southampton Central to Colchester (COL)

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48

train journeys
per day

120

miles (194 kms)

3hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Colchester is approximately 120 miles (194 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 27 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:15
    3 hrs 3 changes
    08:15
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 3 changes
    14:15
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Southampton Central
    Colchester
    Southampton Central to Colchester

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 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 Southampton Central and Colchester

The travel time between Southampton Central and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Colchester. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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