Train travel to Colchester guide

Colchester Station, also known as Colchester North, is a major railway station located in the historic town of Colchester, Essex, England. The station is operated by Greater Anglia and is situated on the Great Eastern Main Line.

Colchester Station has a rich history, having originally opened in 1843. The station offers frequent and reliable rail services to London Liverpool Street, Ipswich, Norwich, and Clacton-on-Sea, ensuring comprehensive connectivity within the region.

Colchester is a historic town with a variety of attractions, including the Norman Colchester Castle, which houses a museum of Roman artefacts, and the well-preserved Roman walls. Visitors can also explore the scenic Sunshine Coast Line, connecting Colchester to coastal towns like Clacton-on-Sea, known for its beaches and pier. Another noteworthy landmark is Jumbo,a 19th-century water tower that offers unforgettable, panoramic views.

Which train companies run trains to Colchester?

Providers that offer services to and from Colchester include: London Overground and Greater Anglia. Please note that journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with.

What are Colchester's opening hours?

Colchester generally operates between 0:01 and 23:59. However, hours may vary, so please confirm before traveling.

Pick up & drop off at Colchester

You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Colchester's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.

Connectivity of the Colchester?

Some of the key routes to Colchester include trains to and from London, London Liverpool Street, Stratford (London), Clacton-on-Sea and Ipswich. You can also typically expect frequent bus routes and taxis for further travel from Colchester. Be sure to use our train finder for your upcoming journey.

Colchester live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Colchester, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Colchester to London Liverpool Street11:121h 2mGreater AngliaOn time
Colchester to Clacton-on-Sea11:1529mGreater AngliaOn time
Colchester to Colchester Town11:217mGreater AngliaOn time
Colchester to Norwich11:211hGreater AngliaOn time
Colchester to London Liverpool Street11:3047mGreater AngliaOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Ipswich to Colchester11:1119mGreater AngliaOn time
London Liverpool Street to Colchester11:1356mGreater AngliaOn time
London Liverpool Street to Colchester11:2051mGreater AngliaOn time
Norwich to Colchester11:2858mGreater AngliaOn time
Clacton-on-Sea to Colchester11:3328mGreater AngliaOn time

Station Details

Address

Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD

Ticket Office opening hours:

Monday to Friday open from 05:00:00 until 22:00:00

Saturday open from 05:30:00 until 21:00:00

Sunday open from 06:00:00 until 21:00:00

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Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

WiFi

WiFi

Shops

Shops

Station Buffet

Station Buffet

ATM

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Bicycle Facilities

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