The average train between Alton and Colchester takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is an hourly train service from Alton to Colchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Alton and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alton is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Colchester at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from Alton to Colchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Alton to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Alton station and arriving at Colchester station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Alton to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Alton station.
Alton to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Colchester station.
Book your Alton to Colchester train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Alton and Colchester is 153.8 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Alton to Colchester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 25m.
