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Trains from Whimple (WHM) to Colchester (COL)

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20

train journeys
per day

199

miles (321 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Whimple (WHM) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Whimple and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Whimple to Colchester is approximately 199 miles (321 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 5 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Whimple and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Whimple to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Whimple to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:38
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:42
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    5 hrs 2 changes
    14:45
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:26
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:45
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:24
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:44
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:26
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:11
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    20:40
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:24
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:04
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:43
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    21:40
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:44
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:46
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:25
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:44
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    00:04
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:44
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    01:36
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:25
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    01:56
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:48
    7 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Whimple
    Colchester
    Whimple to Colchester

About Whimple Station

Station name Whimple (WHM)
Address Whimple station, Station Road, Whimple, Devon, EX5 2QH
Managed by SW

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 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 Whimple and Colchester

The travel time between Whimple and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Whimple and Colchester 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 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

Amenities on trains between Whimple 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 Whimple & Colchester. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Whimple and Colchester.

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