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Trains from Thorpe Bay (TPB) to Colchester (COL)

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49

train journeys
per day

25

miles (41 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Thorpe Bay (TPB) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Thorpe Bay and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Thorpe Bay to Colchester is approximately 25 miles (41 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 5 mins.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Thorpe Bay and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thorpe Bay to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Thorpe Bay to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:35
    1 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    1 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    07:03
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:38
    1 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    07:35
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:01
    1 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    07:46
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:49
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    08:42
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    1 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    2 hrs 3 changes
    10:04
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    1 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Thorpe Bay
    Colchester
    Thorpe Bay to Colchester

About Thorpe Bay Station

Station name Thorpe Bay (TPB)
Address Thorpe Bay station, Station Road, Thorpe Bay, Essex, SS1 3JY
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 17:15
Saturday 07:00 - 15:45
Sunday 08:00 - 15:45
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 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 Thorpe Bay and Colchester

The travel time between Thorpe Bay and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thorpe Bay and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Thorpe Bay 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 Thorpe Bay & Colchester. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Thorpe Bay and Colchester.

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