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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Colchester Town (CET)

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26

train journeys
per day

123

miles (198 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Colchester Town is approximately 123 miles (198 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 41 mins.

Chiltern Railways, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Colchester Town.

There are 5 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 Stations to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:15
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:15
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:47
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor Street to Colchester Town
  • 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
    05:45
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor Street to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor 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
    07:15
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor 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
    09:15
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:27
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor 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
    10:15
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor 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
    12:15
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:27
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor 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
    14:15
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham Moor 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

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
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

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 Stations and Colchester Town

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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

Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations 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 Stations & Colchester Town. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Chiltern Railways, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Colchester Town.

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