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Compare prices and tickets Colchester to West Malling by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to West Malling
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Colchester to West Malling run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 09:40. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 2h 8m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 09:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Colchester to West Malling trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and West Malling from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 9m
Cheapest Price
£56
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Colchester to West Malling train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to West Malling by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at West Malling, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Colchester to West Malling offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the picturesque Essex countryside, charming villages, and stretches of the Kent landscape, making it a moderately scenic route.
To fully explore West Malling, a charming market town with historical sites like St. Leonard's Tower and Manor Park Country Park, spending two to three days would be ideal. This allows time to enjoy the local shops, cafes, and surrounding countryside.
The train distance from Colchester to West Malling is 75 km.
A day trip from Colchester to West Malling is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 8m. However, there are 3 train services per day.
The train journey from Colchester to West Malling covers a distance of 75 km and takes approximately 2h 8m. Trains run 3 per day.
Booking trains from Colchester to West Malling in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Colchester to West Malling leaves at 5:40.
The cost of a train ticket from Colchester to West Malling can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £53.
The cheapest way to get from Colchester to West Malling is by train, costing approximately £52.
The last train from Colchester to West Malling departs at 9:40.
The train station in Colchester that goes to West Malling is Colchester station (COL), and it arrives at West Malling station (WMA).
Trains from Colchester to West Malling run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Colchester to West Malling.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Colchester to West Malling.
There is no night train service from Colchester to West Malling.
Yes, you can take the train from Colchester to West Malling.
To travel from Colchester to West Malling, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and West Malling
Colchester
West Malling
The major train station for departures in Colchester is Colchester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester for your trip from Colchester to West Malling.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bays
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all platforms. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Situated by the South entrance, and in the main car park by the North entrance. A secure 134-space cycle compound is also available (key fob required, speak to station staff for availability).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Colchester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in West Malling is West Malling. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at West Malling for your journey to West Malling from Colchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:10 Sunday 08:15 - 15:30 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to booking hall and side entrance to Platform 1 for services to London. Step free access to Platform 2 for services towards Maidstone and Ashford via side entrance from Station Road North off Lucks Hill. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms via station footbridge.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area off booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for West Malling
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road. Please note a mini bus operates between West Malling and East Malling
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