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Trains from Busby (BUS) to Colchester (COL)

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16

train journeys
per day

340

miles (548 kms)

7hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

00:07 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Busby (BUS) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Busby and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Busby to Colchester is approximately 340 miles (548 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 8 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Busby and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Busby to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Busby to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:07
    11 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    7 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    7 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    7 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    7 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    7 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    7 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    7 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    7 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    7 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:07
    7 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    23:05
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:37
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:37
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:39
    8 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    01:56
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:38
    10 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:38
    11 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Busby
    Colchester
    Busby to Colchester

About Busby Station

Station name Busby (BUS)
Address Busby station, East Kilbride Road, Busby, East Renfrewshire, G76 8JB
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Busby and Colchester

The travel time between Busby and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Busby and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Busby 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 Busby & Colchester. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Busby and Colchester.

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