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Trains from Barrow-In-Furness (BIF) to Colchester (COL)

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17

train journeys
per day

230

miles (370 kms)

5hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

04:58 / 22:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Barrow-In-Furness (BIF) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester is approximately 230 miles (370 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 42 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:58
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    5 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:49
    5 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:51
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    6 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    20:48
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:50
    5 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:19
    5 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:02
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:56
    7 hrs 3 changes
    01:56
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:45
    10 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:18
    12 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Colchester
    Barrow-In-Furness to Colchester

About Barrow-In-Furness Station

Station name Barrow-In-Furness (BIF)
Address Barrow-in-Furness station, Station Approach, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 5QZ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 19:30
Tuesday 04:45 - 19:30
Wednesday 04:45 - 19:30
Thursday 04:45 - 19:30
Friday 04:45 - 19:30
Saturday 04:45 - 19:30
Sunday 08:00 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester

The travel time between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:41.

First class tickets on trains between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Barrow-In-Furness & Colchester. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Barrow-In-Furness and Colchester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.