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Trains from Dumbarton East (DBE) to Colchester (COL)

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15

train journeys
per day

356

miles (574 kms)

7hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:42 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Dumbarton East (DBE) to Colchester (COL)

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

The distance by rail from Dumbarton East to Colchester is approximately 356 miles (574 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 53 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dumbarton East to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Dumbarton East to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    7 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    8 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    8 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    8 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    17:17
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    8 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:42
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    8 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:09
    8 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    20:19
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    8 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    21:20
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    8 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    22:19
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:39
    8 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    23:21
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:41
    7 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:40
    8 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    01:36
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:42
    12 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:49
    13 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Dumbarton East
    Colchester
    Dumbarton East to Colchester

About Dumbarton East Station

Station name Dumbarton East (DBE)
Address Dumbarton East station, Glasgow Road, Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, G82 2EP
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dumbarton East and Colchester

The travel time between Dumbarton East and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dumbarton East and Colchester 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 06:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dumbarton East & Colchester. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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