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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Arbroath (ARB)

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12

train journeys
per day

351

miles (565 kms)

7hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Arbroath (ARB)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Arbroath , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Arbroath is approximately 351 miles (565 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 45 mins.

ScotRail, Lumo, Abellio Greater Anglia, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Arbroath.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Arbroath. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Arbroath Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    7 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    06:33
    8 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    7 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    7 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:58
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    8 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:02
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    10:43
    8 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    19:13
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    8 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:13
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    7 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    14:12
    7 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    8 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    23:12
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    18:33
    11 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    06:31
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath
  • Mon 6th May
    23:03
    12 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Colchester
    Arbroath
    Colchester to Arbroath

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

About Arbroath Station

Station name Arbroath (ARB)
Address Arbroath station, Keptie Street, Arbroath, Angus, DD11 1RQ
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 19:30
Saturday 07:00 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:30
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Arbroath

The travel time between Colchester and Arbroath by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Arbroath vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Arbroath. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Lumo, Abellio Greater Anglia, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Arbroath.

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