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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Rutherglen (RUT)

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20

train journeys
per day

343

miles (552 kms)

8hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 22:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Rutherglen (RUT)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Rutherglen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Rutherglen is approximately 343 miles (552 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 26 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Rutherglen.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Rutherglen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Rutherglen Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    8 hrs 50 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    15:25
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    8 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    15:25
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    07:44
    8 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    16:35
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    8 hrs 52 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    17:27
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    08:44
    8 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    17:27
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    9 hrs 2 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    18:37
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    09:44
    8 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    18:37
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    19:43
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    10:44
    8 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    19:43
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    8 hrs 52 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    20:27
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    11:44
    8 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    20:27
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    9 hrs 1 min 3 changes - overtaken train
    21:36
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    12:44
    8 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    21:36
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    13:35
    8 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    13:44
    8 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    22:36
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    9 hrs 1 min 3 changes - overtaken train
    23:36
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    14:44
    8 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    23:36
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    17:35
    13 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    06:57
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    19:07
    12 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    07:57
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen
  • Mon 6th May
    22:44
    12 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Colchester Town
    Rutherglen
    Colchester Town to Rutherglen

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

About Rutherglen Station

Station name Rutherglen (RUT)
Address Rutherglen station, Victoria Street, Rutherglen station, Glasgow City, G73 1DB
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 23:15
Saturday 06:25 - 23:15
Sunday 08:25 - 23:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Town and Rutherglen

The travel time between Colchester Town and Rutherglen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Rutherglen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:52.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester Town and Rutherglen 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 Town & Rutherglen. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Rutherglen.

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