The average train between Deal and Colchester takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Deal 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.
Trains run hourly between Deal and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deal is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Colchester at 1:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Deal to Colchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Deal to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Deal station and arriving at Colchester station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Deal to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.
Deal to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Colchester station.
Book your Deal to Colchester train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Deal and Colchester is 81.7 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Deal to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 11m.