Is there a direct train from Durham to Colchester?

The journey between Durham and Colchester usually involves 6 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Durham to Colchester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Durham to Colchester?

The Durham to Colchester train travel takes about 4 hours and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Durham to Colchester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Colchester leaving Durham at around 05:00 and the last train leaving at around 22:59.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Durham at around 04:59, with the final departure at 22:14.

Durham to Colchester by train

First train

04:59
Last train

22:59

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

4hr 18m

Distance

362 kilometres
Trains per day

23

Avg. journey time

4hr 51m
Train operators

Taking the train from Durham to Colchester

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Train cost between Durham to Colchester

Getting from Durham to Colchester by rail typically costs CA$196.95, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Durham to Colchester train schedule

The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:00.
The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:59.
The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 04:59.
The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:14.
23 trains run along this route each day.
Trains leave the station every 43 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Durham and Colchester

The route’s fastest journey takes 4 hours and 18 minutes, covering a total of 362 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Durham and Colchester?

Tickets along this route go on sale 2 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your trip to Colchester

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Colchester.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Durham to Colchester by train?

The distance between Durham and Colchester is 362 kilometres.

What is the Durham to Colchester train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs CA$196.95. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Durham to Colchester train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 2 and a half months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Colchester?

The fastest journey on this route takes 4 hours and 18 minutes.

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