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Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester (COL)

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74

train journeys
per day

45

miles (73 kms)

49 mins

fastest journey

00:09 / 00:06

first / last train

70

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 74 scheduled rail journeys between Stratford (London) and Colchester , with 70 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stratford (London) to Colchester is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 53 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Stratford (London) and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stratford (London) to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 49 mins.

Journeys from Stratford (London) to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:09
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    01:16
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    59 mins Direct
    06:29
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:34
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    06:48
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    54 mins Direct
    07:03
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    45 mins Direct
    07:18
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    56 mins Direct
    07:35
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    49 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    53 mins Direct
    08:08
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    51 mins Direct
    08:15
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    57 mins Direct
    08:42
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    57 mins Direct
    09:11
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    51 mins Direct
    09:15
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    43 mins Direct
    09:21
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    55 mins Direct
    09:40
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    55 mins Direct
    10:04
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:25
    50 mins Direct
    10:15
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    43 mins Direct
    10:21
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    55 mins Direct
    10:40
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:09
    55 mins Direct
    11:04
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    50 mins Direct
    11:15
    Stratford (London)
    Colchester
    Stratford (London) to Colchester

About Stratford (London) Station

Station name Stratford (London) (SRA)
Address Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZ
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:40 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Stratford (London) and Colchester

The travel time between Stratford (London) and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stratford (London) and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 74 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 70 direct services per day from Stratford (London) to Colchester

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Stratford (London) and Colchester.

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