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The average train between Northwich and Colchester takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Northwich 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.

5h 7m
Duration
248 mi
Distance
£107
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain train Chester - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain train London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 37m
£91–146

Northwich to Colchester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Northwich and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Northwich is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Colchester at 10:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 31m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 31m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 31m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 31m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 35m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia9h 31m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 40m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northwich 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 Northwich to Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 248 mi
  • Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Greenbank to Colchester via Chester, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 37m.

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