This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Thirsk (THI) to Colchester Town (CET)

Find the cheapest fares to Colchester Town by splitting your tickets

20

train journeys
per day

187

miles (301 kms)

3hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Thirsk (THI) to Colchester Town (CET)

Buy tickets from Thirsk to Colchester Town. Explore the list of all train routes from Thirsk to Colchester Town 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 20 scheduled rail journeys between Thirsk and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Thirsk to Colchester Town is approximately 187 miles (301 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 31 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Thirsk and Colchester Town.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thirsk to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Thirsk to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:49
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:08
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:49
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:49
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    18:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:43
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    21:03
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:59
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:54
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    23:03
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:40
    10 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:57
    10 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    09:49
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:42
    11 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:49
    Thirsk
    Colchester Town
    Thirsk to Colchester Town

About Thirsk Station

Station name Thirsk (THI)
Address Thirsk station, Station Road, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4LS
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:45
Saturday 06:00 - 19:45
Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
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 Thirsk and Colchester Town

The travel time between Thirsk and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thirsk and Colchester Town 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 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Thirsk and Colchester Town. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Colchester Town, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Thirsk & Colchester Town. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Thirsk and Colchester Town.

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