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Trains from Watford Junction to Colchester Town (CET)

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46

train journeys
per day

57

miles (92 kms)

2hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

01:38 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Colchester Town is approximately 57 miles (92 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 39 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Colchester Town.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    01:38
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    07:03
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    03:50
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    07:40
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:01
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:54
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    2 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:08
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:33
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:02
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:45
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:02
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:33
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Watford Junction
    Colchester Town
    Watford Junction to Colchester Town

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Watford Junction and Colchester Town

The travel time between Watford Junction and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Colchester Town. owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Colchester Town.

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