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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Portsmouth Harbour

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38

train journeys
per day

115

miles (185 kms)

3hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Portsmouth Harbour

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Portsmouth Harbour , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour is approximately 115 miles (185 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    08:36
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:02
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:11
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:48
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:02
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:18
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Colchester
    Portsmouth Harbour
    Colchester to Portsmouth Harbour

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

About Portsmouth Harbour Station

Station name Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
Address Portsmouth Harbour station, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Portsmouth Harbour

The travel time between Colchester and Portsmouth Harbour by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Portsmouth Harbour vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Portsmouth Harbour. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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