The average train between Colchester and Harwich takes 30 min and the fastest train takes 27 min. The train service runs several times per day from Colchester to Harwich. 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 3 times a day between Colchester and Harwich. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colchester is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Harwich at 11:57 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 30 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester station and arriving at Harwich station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 30 min.
Colchester to Harwich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.
Colchester to Harwich train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Harwich Town station.
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The distance between Colchester and Harwich is 26.7 km. The road distance is 30 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Harwich Town 3 times a day. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 31 min.