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The average train between Hale and Colchester takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Hale 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.

4h 26m
Duration
241 mi
Distance
£105
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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3h 44m
£89–143

Hale to Colchester train times

Trains run hourly between Hale and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hale is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Colchester at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 50m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 30m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 57m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 18m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 18m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 15m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 44m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hale 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.

Map of how to get from Hale to Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 240.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Hale, Trafford, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Hale to Colchester via Stockport, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 44m.

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