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 Westhoughton (WHG) to Colchester Town (CET)

Find the cheapest fares to Colchester Town by splitting your tickets

8

train journeys
per day

184

miles (296 kms)

5hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

07:00 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Westhoughton (WHG) to Colchester Town (CET)

Buy tickets from Westhoughton to Colchester Town. Explore the list of all train routes from Westhoughton 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 8 scheduled rail journeys between Westhoughton and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Westhoughton to Colchester Town is approximately 184 miles (296 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 13 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Westhoughton and Colchester Town.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Westhoughton to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Westhoughton to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:00
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    12:47
    Westhoughton
    Colchester Town
    Westhoughton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:00
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    14:47
    Westhoughton
    Colchester Town
    Westhoughton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:00
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    16:47
    Westhoughton
    Colchester Town
    Westhoughton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:00
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    18:47
    Westhoughton
    Colchester Town
    Westhoughton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:00
    5 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    20:51
    Westhoughton
    Colchester Town
    Westhoughton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:00
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    22:47
    Westhoughton
    Colchester Town
    Westhoughton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    12 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    07:45
    Westhoughton
    Colchester Town
    Westhoughton to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:35
    10 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    09:49
    Westhoughton
    Colchester Town
    Westhoughton to Colchester Town

About Westhoughton Station

Station name Westhoughton (WHG)
Address Westhoughton station, Church Street, Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, BL5 3LE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 Westhoughton and Colchester Town

The travel time between Westhoughton and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Westhoughton and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

Amenities on trains between Westhoughton 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 Westhoughton 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 Westhoughton & Colchester Town. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Westhoughton and Colchester Town.

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