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Wallingford to Colchester Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Wallingford to Colchester. Traveling by train from Wallingford to Colchester usually takes 2 hours and 56 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 75 mi (120 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 56m |
| Lowest price | €22.54 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Wallingford to Colchester?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Wallingford to Colchester. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 2h 56m | €22.54 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Wallingford to Colchester every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €23.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Wallingford to Colchester
Trains departing from Wallingford to Colchester tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Wallingford at 3:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 Wallingford twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Colchester with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Colchester to Wallingford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wallingford?
Main departure station: Cumberland Farms
There is one train station in Wallingford.
All train stations in Wallingford:
Cumberland Farms
Where is the train station in Colchester?
Main arrival station: Highway 7 Park and Ride
Colchester has one train station.
All train stations in Colchester:
Highway 7 Park and Ride
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