South Woodham Ferrers to Colchester by train
| First train | 05:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | South Woodham Ferrers | |
| Arrival station | Colchester | |
| Journey time | From 59m | |
| Distance | 21 miles (34 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travelling from South Woodham Ferrers to Colchester by train
Looking to travel from South Woodham Ferrers to Colchester by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 23 minutes to travel from South Woodham Ferrers to Colchester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 59 minutes though. You'll usually find 26 trains per day running along the 21 miles (34 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Colchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Greater Anglia are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Colchester in no time.
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Cheap train tickets from South Woodham Ferrers to Colchester
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