Carlisle to Colchester Town by train
| First train | 06:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 09:22 | |
| Departure station | Carlisle | |
| Arrival station | Colchester Town | |
| Journey time | From 7h 6m | |
| Distance | 261 miles (420 km) | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
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Taking the train from Carlisle to Colchester Town in 7 hours 6 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Carlisle to Colchester Town? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 18 minutes to travel the 261 miles (420 km) from Carlisle to Colchester Town by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with London North Eastern Railway or Greater Anglia, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Carlisle to Colchester Town in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Colchester Town by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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