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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Sellafield (SEL)

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15

train journeys
per day

253

miles (407 kms)

8hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 22:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Sellafield (SEL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Sellafield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Sellafield is approximately 253 miles (407 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 14 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Sellafield.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Sellafield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Sellafield Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    8 hrs 45 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    15:20
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    8 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    15:20
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    07:44
    8 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    16:40
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    8 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    17:13
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    8 hrs 39 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    18:14
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    09:44
    8 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    18:14
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    9 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    20:09
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    9 hrs 5 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    20:40
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    11:44
    8 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    20:40
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    8 hrs 40 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    21:15
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    12:44
    8 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    21:15
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    15 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    06:59
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    17:35
    14 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    07:50
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    19:35
    14 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    09:38
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield
  • Mon 6th May
    22:44
    13 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    11:47
    Colchester Town
    Sellafield
    Colchester Town to Sellafield

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 Sellafield Station

Station name Sellafield (SEL)
Address Sellafield station, Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Town and Sellafield

The travel time between Colchester Town and Sellafield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Sellafield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:52.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester Town and Sellafield 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 & Sellafield. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Sellafield.

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