The train between Margate and Colchester takes 2h 18m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Margate 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 on demand between Margate and Colchester. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 18m.
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No, there is no direct train from Margate to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Colchester station via Stratford International station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Margate to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.
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The distance between Margate and Colchester is 65.5 km. The road distance is 173 km.
You can take a train from Margate to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 18m.