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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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18

train journeys
per day

27

miles (43 kms)

2hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

01:23 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Stansted Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Stansted Airport is approximately 27 miles (43 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 13 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Stansted Airport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:23
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    07:19
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:50
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    10:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:47
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:46
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    18:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:46
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    19:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:46
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    20:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:44
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    21:24
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:48
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    22:56
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:22
    7 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    07:07
    Colchester
    Stansted Airport
    Colchester to Stansted Airport

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 Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Colchester and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Stansted Airport 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 & Stansted Airport. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Stansted Airport.

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