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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Chester-le-Street to Colchester. Traveling by train from Chester-le-Street to Colchester usually takes 8 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest TransPennine Express + Connections train can make the trip in 5 hours and 18 minutes.
Distance | 229 mi (368 km) |
Fastest train | 5h 18m |
Lowest price | $184.58 |
Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Chester-le-Street to Colchester?
TransPennine Express + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Chester-le-Street to Colchester. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
TransPennine Express + Connections | 2 | 8h 32m | $184.58 |
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Chester-le-Street to Colchester start from $185, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Colchester. TransPennine Express + Connections in Chester-le-Street leaves from Chester-le-Street Station . And in Colchester trains arrive at Hythe (Essex) and one other train station.
From Chester-le-Street to Colchester train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 8 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Colchester faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 18 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Chester-le-Street and Colchester is approximately 229 miles, or 368 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 31 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 18 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 Chester-le-Street to Colchester are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Chester-le-Street at 6:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Chester-le-Street twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chester-le-Street?
Main departure station: Chester-le-Street Station
There is one train station in Chester-le-Street.
All train stations in Chester-le-Street:
Chester-le-Street Station
Where is the train station in Colchester?
Main arrival station: Hythe (Essex)
Colchester receives travelers from Chester-le-Street at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Colchester:
Hythe (Essex)
Railway Station Bus Stop
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