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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town (CET)

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17

train journeys
per day

125

miles (202 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:19 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town is approximately 125 miles (202 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:19
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:09
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:09
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:52
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:03
    9 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:09
    9 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    08:51
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    10 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    09:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester Town

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town 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 05:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham New Street & Colchester Town. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham New Street and Colchester Town, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.