The average train between Bury and Colchester takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Bury 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 every 30 minutes between Bury and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 12:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Bury is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Colchester at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 11m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bury 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 Bury to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Colchester station via London Euston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Bury to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bury to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.
The distance between Bury and Colchester is 287.5 km. The road distance is 348 km.
You can take a vehicle from Bury to Colchester via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 12m.