The average train between Spalding and Colchester takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Spalding 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 twice daily between Spalding and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:10 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Spalding is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Colchester at 11:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Spalding to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Spalding station and arriving at Colchester station via Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Spalding to Colchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Peterborough station.
Spalding to Colchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Colchester station.
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The distance between Spalding and Colchester is 122.9 km. The road distance is 184 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Peterborough to Colchester 3 times a day. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 1h 59m.