- Distance: 13 mi
- Duration: 14 min
The average train between Essex and Colchester takes 14 min and the fastest train takes 11 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Essex 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 20 minutes between Essex and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Essex is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Colchester at 12:05 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 14 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essex station and arriving at Colchester station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 14 min.
Essex to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Witham (Essex) station.
Essex to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.
Book your Essex to Colchester train tickets online with Greater Anglia.
The distance between Essex and Colchester is 22.9 km. The road distance is 21 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Witham (Essex) to Colchester every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 13 min.
