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Trains from Tamworth to Colchester (COL)

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20

train journeys
per day

120

miles (193 kms)

2hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Tamworth to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Tamworth and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Tamworth to Colchester is approximately 120 miles (193 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 50 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Tamworth and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Tamworth to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Tamworth to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:48
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:18
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:56
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:22
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:56
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:56
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    20:11
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    22:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    23:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:56
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    00:15
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:56
    4 hrs 3 changes
    01:56
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:56
    7 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:28
    10 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:29
    Tamworth
    Colchester
    Tamworth to Colchester

About Tamworth Station

Station name Tamworth (TAM)
Address Tamworth station, Victoria Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7JT
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Tamworth and Colchester

The travel time between Tamworth and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Tamworth and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Tamworth 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 Tamworth & Colchester. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Tamworth and Colchester.

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