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Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray by train

First train

17:44

Last train

23:07

Departure station

Colchester Town

Arrival station

Melton Mowbray

Journey time

From 3h 41m

Distance

97 miles (156 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia

How to travel from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Colchester Town and Melton Mowbray, which usually take 6 hours 37 minutes to complete the 97 miles (156 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Melton Mowbray by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both Greater Anglia and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Melton Mowbray? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray

Want to know more about your journey from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How fast can trains travel from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray?

The fastest time a train can travel the 97 miles (156 km) from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray is 3 hours and 41 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray?

There are no direct trains that run between Colchester Town and Melton Mowbray. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray?

The train ride from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray covers a distance of around 97 miles (156 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 3 hours and 41 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Melton Mowbray from Colchester Town?

With the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 41 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Colchester Town and Melton Mowbray is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

Cheap train tickets from Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Colchester Town to Melton Mowbray is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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