Norwich to Colchester by train
Colchester lies 86 km (54 mi) south of Norwich, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 50 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 105 km (65 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Norwich | Colchester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 143,135 | 130,245 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | Norwich Victoria railway station, Norwich City railway station | Colchester railway station |
| Postal codes | NR2–NR99 | CO1 |
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Common questions
How far is Colchester from Norwich?
86 km (54 mi) in a straight line, south of Norwich; by road roughly 105 km (65 mi).
How long does it take to get from Norwich to Colchester by train?
About 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Norwich and Colchester?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.