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Trains from Glasgow Stations to Colchester (COL)

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16

train journeys
per day

345

miles (555 kms)

6hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 07:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Glasgow Stations to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Glasgow Stations and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Glasgow Stations to Colchester is approximately 345 miles (555 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 35 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Glasgow Stations and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Glasgow Central to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Glasgow Stations to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    6 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    6 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    6 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:38
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:36
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:57
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:40
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:01
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:35
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    19:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:34
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    20:48
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:38
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    7 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    23:05
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:40
    6 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    23:15
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:30
    6 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    00:15
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:40
    7 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    01:56
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:40
    9 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester

About Glasgow Stations Station

Station name Glasgow Stations (81)
Address London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 03:10 - 01:00
Tuesday 04:00 - 01:00
Wednesday 04:00 - 01:00
Thursday 04:00 - 01:00
Friday 03:40 - 01:00
Saturday 03:40 - 01:00
Sunday 03:40 - 01:00
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

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 Glasgow Stations and Colchester

The travel time between Glasgow Stations and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Glasgow Stations and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 07:15.

First class tickets on trains between Glasgow Stations and Colchester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Glasgow Stations 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 Glasgow Stations & Colchester. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Glasgow Stations and Colchester.

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