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Trains from Swale (SWL) to Colchester Stations

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19

train journeys
per day

35

miles (57 kms)

2hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Swale (SWL) to Colchester Stations

Buy tickets from Swale to Colchester Stations . Explore the list of all train routes from Swale to Colchester Stations and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Swale and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swale to Colchester Stations is approximately 35 miles (57 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 54 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swale and Colchester Stations .

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swale to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Swale to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:06
    7 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:57
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:57
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    18:34
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:57
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    20:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    21:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    22:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:57
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:57
    7 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Swale
    Colchester
    Swale to Colchester

About Swale Station

Station name Swale (SWL)
Address Swale station, Sheppey Way, near Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SS
Managed by SE

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 Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
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 Swale and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Swale and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swale and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Swale and Colchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Swale & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swale and Colchester Stations .

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