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The average train between Lincoln and Colchester takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 41m
Duration
189 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via London

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2h 58m
£72–112

Lincoln to Colchester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Lincoln and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Colchester at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 30m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 13m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 21m • 3 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 8m • 3 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 51m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 42m • 3 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 51m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 32m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 13m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 18m • 3 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 32m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 13m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 21m • 3 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 32m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 13m • 3 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 21m • 3 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia3h 33m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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: 189.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Colchester via Newark North Gate, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 58m.

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