The average train between Bearsted and Colchester takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is an hourly train service from Bearsted 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 Bearsted and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 12:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Bearsted is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Colchester at 1:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 6m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bearsted 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 Bearsted to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bearsted station and arriving at Colchester station via Ashford International station and Stratford International station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Bearsted to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Bearsted station.
Bearsted to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.
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The distance between Bearsted and Colchester is 72.2 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a train from Bearsted to Colchester via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 13m.