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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Shotts (SHS)

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22

train journeys
per day

332

miles (535 kms)

7hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 23:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Shotts (SHS)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Shotts , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Shotts is approximately 332 miles (535 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 52 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Shotts. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Shotts Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    7 hrs 53 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:28
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    7 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    14:28
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    7 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    15:30
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    7 hrs 43 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    16:18
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    08:44
    7 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    16:18
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:00
    7 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    16:32
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:13
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    10:00
    7 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    17:33
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    7 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:14
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    11:00
    7 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    18:47
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    12:00
    7 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    19:32
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    7 hrs 42 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    20:17
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    12:44
    7 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    20:17
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    14:00
    7 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    21:17
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    7 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    22:17
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    7 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    23:19
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    16:00
    7 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    23:46
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    18:35
    12 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    06:42
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    13 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    08:33
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    19:35
    13 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    09:14
    Colchester Town
    Shotts
    Colchester Town to Shotts

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 Shotts Station

Station name Shotts (SHS)
Address Shotts station, Station Road, Dykehead, North Lanarkshire, ML7 5DX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 13:20
Saturday 06:30 - 13:20
Sunday Closed
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Town and Shotts

The travel time between Colchester Town and Shotts by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Shotts vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:07.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester Town and Shotts 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 & Shotts. owever, there are 22 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 Town and Shotts.

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