The average train between Hartlepool and Colchester takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool 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 every 4 hours between Hartlepool and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 5:59 PM which arrives into Colchester at 10:16 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Colchester station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Hartlepool to Colchester train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Colchester train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Colchester station.
Book your Hartlepool to Colchester train tickets online with Grand Central Trains, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Hartlepool and Colchester is 341.2 km. The road distance is 483 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Colchester via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 10m.