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Trains from York (YRK) to Colchester Town (CET)

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27

train journeys
per day

165

miles (266 kms)

3hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between York and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Colchester Town is approximately 165 miles (266 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between York and Colchester Town.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from York to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:40
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:00
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:32
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:02
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:03
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:37
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:22
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:02
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:57
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:27
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:02
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:59
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:08
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:59
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:59
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:02
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    20:51
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:10
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    21:03
    York
    Colchester Town
    York to Colchester Town

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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

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 York and Colchester Town

The travel time between York and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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Amenities on trains between York 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 York & Colchester Town. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between York and Colchester Town.

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