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Trains from Welwyn Garden City (WGC) to Colchester (COL)

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64

train journeys
per day

47

miles (76 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

00:20 / 00:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Welwyn Garden City (WGC) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 64 scheduled rail journeys between Welwyn Garden City and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 64 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Welwyn Garden City to Colchester is approximately 47 miles (76 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 23 mins.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Welwyn Garden City and Colchester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Welwyn Garden City to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Welwyn Garden City to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:20
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:05
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:22
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:15
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:02
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:05
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Welwyn Garden City
    Colchester
    Welwyn Garden City to Colchester

About Welwyn Garden City Station

Station name Welwyn Garden City (WGC)
Address Welwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping m, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:30
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Welwyn Garden City and Colchester

The travel time between Welwyn Garden City and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Welwyn Garden City and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 64 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:54.

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

Amenities on trains between Welwyn Garden City 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 Welwyn Garden City & Colchester. owever, there are 64 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Welwyn Garden City and Colchester.

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