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Trains from Whittlesea (WLE) to Colchester (COL)

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10

train journeys
per day

62

miles (99 kms)

1hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 23:40

first / last train

2

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Whittlesea (WLE) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Whittlesea and Colchester , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Whittlesea to Colchester is approximately 62 miles (99 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 14 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Whittlesea and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Whittlesea to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Whittlesea to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:02
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:28
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    14:00
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    16:02
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:58
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    17:54
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    19:55
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:58
    1 hrs 53 mins Direct
    21:51
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:54
    1 hrs 46 mins Direct
    23:40
    Whittlesea
    Colchester
    Whittlesea to Colchester

About Whittlesea Station

Station name Whittlesea (WLE)
Address Whittlesea station, Station Road, Whittlesea, Cambridgeshire, PE7 1UF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 Whittlesea and Colchester

The travel time between Whittlesea and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Whittlesea and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:40.

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

Amenities on trains between Whittlesea and Colchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Whittlesea to Colchester

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Whittlesea and Colchester.

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