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Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Colchester (COL)

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15

train journeys
per day

364

miles (586 kms)

8hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 23:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Helensburgh Central 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 Helensburgh Central to Colchester is approximately 364 miles (586 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 30 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Helensburgh Central to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 10 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Helensburgh Central to Colchester

Journeys from Helensburgh Central to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:54
    8 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    14:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:54
    8 hrs 10 mins5 changes
    15:04
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:25
    7 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    15:14
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:25
    7 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    16:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:25
    7 hrs 46 mins4 changes
    17:11
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:25
    7 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    18:15
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:25
    7 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    19:15
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:25
    7 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    20:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:24
    7 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    21:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:22
    7 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    22:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:24
    7 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    23:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:23
    7 hrs 55 mins4 changes
    00:18
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:25
    8 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    01:57
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    21:32
    11 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    09:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    22:31
    12 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    11:13
    Helensburgh Central
    Colchester
    Helensburgh Central to Colchester

About Helensburgh Central Station

Station name Helensburgh Central (HLC)
AddressHelensburgh Central station, East Princes Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute, G84 7QF
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:55 - 00:00
Tuesday 05:55 - 00:00
Wednesday 05:55 - 00:00
Thursday 05:55 - 00:00
Friday 05:55 - 00:00
Saturday 05:55 - 00:00
Sunday 07:50 - 23:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Helensburgh Central and Colchester

The travel time between Helensburgh Central and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Helensburgh Central 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 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:14.

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

Amenities on trains between Helensburgh Central 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 Helensburgh Central & Colchester. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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