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Trains from Thatcham (THA) to Colchester Town (CET)

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19

train journeys
per day

98

miles (158 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Thatcham (THA) to Colchester Town (CET)

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

The distance by rail from Thatcham to Colchester Town is approximately 98 miles (158 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 25 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Thatcham and Colchester Town.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thatcham to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Thatcham to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:33
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    08:48
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:53
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:57
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:31
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:02
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:02
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:27
    3 hrs 3 changes
    17:27
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:00
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:40
    2 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    19:27
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:03
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    20:51
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:24
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    21:03
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:53
    2 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:49
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:04
    8 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:42
    8 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Thatcham
    Colchester Town
    Thatcham to Colchester Town

About Thatcham Station

Station name Thatcham (THA)
Address Thatcham station, Station Road, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4PP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:30
Saturday 06:50 - 13:20
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Thatcham and Colchester Town

The travel time between Thatcham and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thatcham and Colchester Town 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 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Thatcham 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 Thatcham & Colchester Town. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Thatcham and Colchester Town.

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