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Colchester to Loughborough Train Timetable
Trip Summary
10 trains operate daily from Colchester to Loughborough. The train trip from Colchester to Loughborough is usually about 4 hours and 28 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Greater Anglia + Connections train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 107 mi (173 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 10m |
| Lowest price | £34.75 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Colchester to Loughborough?
Greater Anglia + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Colchester to Loughborough. However, there are 10 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia + Connections | 10 | 4h 29m | £35.72 |
Greater Anglia + Connections train tickets from Colchester to Loughborough start from £35, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 Greater Anglia + Connections schedules to Loughborough. Greater Anglia + Connections in Colchester leaves from Hythe (Essex) and one other station. And in Loughborough trains arrive at Loughborough Train Station .
From Colchester to Loughborough train travel on Greater Anglia + Connections takes 4 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Loughborough faster, Greater Anglia + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 10 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Greater Anglia + Connections offers 10 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Loughborough.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Colchester to Loughborough
The distance between Colchester and Loughborough is approximately 107 miles, or 173 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 10 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Colchester to Loughborough are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Colchester at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 10 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Loughborough to Colchester.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Colchester?
Main departure station: Hythe (Essex)
There are two stations in Colchester where you can board the train to Loughborough.
All train stations in Colchester:
Hythe (Essex)
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Where is the train station in Loughborough?
Main arrival station: Loughborough Train Station
Loughborough has one train station.
Train stations in Loughborough:
Loughborough Train Station
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