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Trip Summary
There are usually 13 daily train trips available from Colchester to Kirby Cross. Traveling by train from Colchester to Kirby Cross usually takes 44 minutes, but the fastest Greater Anglia train can make the trip in 32 minutes.
| Distance | 14 mi (23 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 32m |
| Lowest price | $11.87 |
| Trains per day | 38 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Colchester to Kirby Cross?
Greater Anglia is the one and only train line which connects Colchester to Kirby Cross. However, there are 13 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 13 | 0h 45m | $11.87 |
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
Trains departing from Colchester to Kirby Cross tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Colchester at 6:00am 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.
There are 13 scheduled trains on most days. 38 of these are direct connections to Kirby Cross. 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 Kirby Cross to Colchester.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Colchester?
Main departure station: Colchester Town Station
Colchester has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Kirby Cross.
All train stations in Colchester:
Colchester Town Station
Colchester Train Station
Hythe (Essex)
Where is the train station in Kirby Cross?
Main arrival station: Kirby Cross Train Station
Kirby Cross receives travelers from Colchester at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Kirby Cross:
Kirby Cross Train Station
Frinton-on-Sea Station
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