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Trains from Glasgow Central to Colchester Town (CET)

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19

train journeys
per day

345

miles (556 kms)

8hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Glasgow Central to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Glasgow Central and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Glasgow Central to Colchester Town is approximately 345 miles (556 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 26 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Glasgow Central to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Glasgow Central to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:49
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:59
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:11
    8 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    7 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    8 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:37
    8 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:02
    7 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    8 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    8 hrs 37 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    18:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    8 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:09
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:02
    7 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:07
    7 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:03
    7 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:52
    14 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:53
    13 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:45
    11 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:27
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:10
    12 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:48
    13 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester Town
    Glasgow Central to Colchester Town

About Glasgow Central Station

Station name Glasgow Central (GLC)
Address Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Glasgow Central and Colchester Town

The travel time between Glasgow Central and Colchester Town 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 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Glasgow Central and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Glasgow Central & Colchester Town. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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