The average train between Peterborough and Colchester takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Peterborough 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 3 times a day between Peterborough and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:52 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Colchester at 11:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Colchester station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.
Peterborough to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.
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The distance between Peterborough and Colchester is 109.3 km. The road distance is 158 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Peterborough to Colchester 3 times a day. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 1h 59m.
