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Trains from Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM) to Colchester (COL)

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4

train journeys
per day

325

miles (524 kms)

6hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

08:16 / 21:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 4 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Haymarket and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Haymarket to Colchester is approximately 325 miles (524 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 4 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Haymarket and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Haymarket to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Haymarket to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:16
    9 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Colchester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    9 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    20:28
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Colchester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:42
    7 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Colchester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:21
    6 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    23:40
    Edinburgh Haymarket
    Colchester
    Edinburgh Haymarket to Colchester

About Edinburgh Haymarket Station

Station name Edinburgh Haymarket (HYM)
Address Haymarket station, Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH12 5EY
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 21:25
Saturday 06:30 - 21:25
Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
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

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 Edinburgh Haymarket and Colchester

The travel time between Edinburgh Haymarket and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Haymarket and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 4 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 08:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:14.

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Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Haymarket 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 Edinburgh Haymarket & Colchester. owever, there are 4 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Haymarket and Colchester.

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