Is there a direct train from Colchester to Ashford?

The journey between Colchester and Ashford usually involves 4 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Colchester to Ashford 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 Colchester to Ashford?

The Colchester to Ashford train travel takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Colchester to Ashford train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ashford leaving Colchester at around 05:33 and the last train leaving at around 21:33.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Colchester at around 06:03, with the final departure at 23:03.

Colchester to Ashford by train

First train

05:33
Last train

23:03

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

1hr 37m

Distance

83 kilometres
Trains per day

47

Avg. journey time

1hr 53m
Train operators

Going from Colchester to Ashford by train

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Train cost between Colchester to Ashford

Getting from Colchester to Ashford by rail typically costs £48.00, 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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Departure frequency and timetable from Colchester to Ashford

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Colchester to Ashford:

05:33 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).
21:33 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).
06:03 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).
23:03 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).
A train departs every 21 minutes from Colchester toward Ashford.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 47 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Colchester to Ashford?

This journey covers a total of 83 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 37 minutes.

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

Tickets along this route go on sale 3 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 your Colchester to Ashford travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Ashford.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Colchester to Ashford by train?

The train journey between Colchester and Ashford spans 83 kilometres.

What is the Colchester to Ashford train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs £48.00. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Colchester to Ashford by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 3 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Colchester to Ashford?

The fastest journey takes 1 hour and 37 minutes.

Ashford to Colchester by train

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