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Trains from Gretna Green (GEA) to Colchester (COL)

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14

train journeys
per day

269

miles (433 kms)

5hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:21 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Gretna Green (GEA) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Gretna Green and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gretna Green to Colchester is approximately 269 miles (433 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gretna Green to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Gretna Green to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:21
    6 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:22
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    5 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:25
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:22
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:27
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:26
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:31
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:25
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:27
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    01:56
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:32
    9 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Gretna Green
    Colchester
    Gretna Green to Colchester

About Gretna Green Station

Station name Gretna Green (GEA)
Address Gretna Green station, Station Road, off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries & Galloway, DG16 5HF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
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 Gretna Green and Colchester

The travel time between Gretna Green and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gretna Green and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

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Amenities on trains between Gretna Green 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 Gretna Green & Colchester. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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