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Trip Summary
You can pick from 11 daily train trips between Kirby Cross and Colchester. The average train journey from Kirby Cross to Colchester takes 39 minutes, but some Greater Anglia train trips are as short as 20 minutes.
| Distance | 14 mi (23 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 20m |
| Lowest price | £9.55 |
| Trains per day | 46 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kirby Cross to Colchester?
Greater Anglia is the one and only train line which connects Kirby Cross to Colchester. However, there are 11 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 11 | 0h 39m | £9.55 |
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Kirby Cross to Colchester. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Kirby Cross at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. 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 11 scheduled trains on most days. 46 of these are direct connections to Colchester. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Colchester to Kirby Cross.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kirby Cross?
Main departure station: Frinton-on-Sea Station
There are two stations in Kirby Cross where you can board the train to Colchester.
All train stations in Kirby Cross:
Frinton-on-Sea Station
Kirby Cross Train Station
Where is the train station in Colchester?
Main arrival station: Colchester Town Station
There are more train stations and stops in Colchester than most cities. Most trains from Kirby Cross will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Colchester:
Train stations in Colchester:
Colchester Town Station
Hythe (Essex)
Colchester Train Station
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