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Derby to Colchester trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Derby and Colchester takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Derby 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.

2h 46m
Duration
181 mi
Distance
£107
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intltrain train Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain train London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 40m
£90–145

Derby to Colchester train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Derby and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 4:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Colchester at 1:57 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 181.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Colchester via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 40m.

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