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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Colchester takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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.

3h 17m
Duration
232 mi
Distance
£103
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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3h 11m
£87–137

Chester to Colchester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Chester and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Colchester at 11:16 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 39m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 14m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester 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.

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  • Distance: 232.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 11m.

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