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Blackpool to Colchester trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Colchester takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Colchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 37m
Duration
280 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain train London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 8m
£78–196

Blackpool to Colchester train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Colchester at 8:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 279.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Colchester via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 8m.

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