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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Portlethen (PLN)

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10

train journeys
per day

376

miles (606 kms)

8hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

10

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Portlethen (PLN)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Portlethen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Portlethen is approximately 376 miles (606 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 11hrs 50 mins.

Elizabeth Line, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, ScotRail, Thameslink, Great Northern, Grand Central, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Portlethen.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Portlethen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 40 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester to Portlethen

Journeys from Colchester to Portlethen Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:40
    8 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    14:20
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:31
    9 hrs 43 mins6 changes
    16:14
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:45
    9 hrs 53 mins5 changes
    17:38
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:34
    10 hrs 6 mins6 changes
    18:40
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:33
    9 hrs 47 mins4 changes
    21:20
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:33
    9 hrs 48 mins6 changes
    22:21
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:11
    14 hrs 18 mins6 changes
    08:29
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    20:00
    16 hrs 32 mins6 changes
    12:32
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:02
    14 hrs 33 mins5 changes
    13:35
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:19
    15 hrs 1 min4 changes
    14:20
    Colchester
    Portlethen
    Colchester to Portlethen

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Portlethen Station

Station name Portlethen (PLN)
AddressPortlethen station, Bruntland Road, Portlethen, Aberdeenshire, AB12 4JS
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Portlethen

The travel time between Colchester and Portlethen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 11hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Portlethen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester and Portlethen 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 & Portlethen. owever, there are 10 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, ScotRail, Thameslink, Great Northern, Grand Central, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Portlethen.

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