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Trains from Montrose (MTS) to Colchester (COL)

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12

train journeys
per day

359

miles (578 kms)

7hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 08:00

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Montrose (MTS) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Montrose and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Montrose to Colchester is approximately 359 miles (578 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 23 mins.

ScotRail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Montrose and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Montrose to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Montrose to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    8 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:33
    7 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    8 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    17:17
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:33
    7 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:21
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:37
    7 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    8 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    21:20
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:46
    8 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    22:19
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:36
    8 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    22:40
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:33
    8 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    23:40
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:48
    13 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:59
    13 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:26
    11 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Montrose
    Colchester
    Montrose to Colchester

About Montrose Station

Station name Montrose (MTS)
Address Montrose station, off The A92, Basin View, Montrose, Angus, DD10 8LW
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:20 - 19:30
Tuesday 06:20 - 19:30
Wednesday 06:20 - 19:30
Thursday 06:20 - 19:30
Friday 06:20 - 19:30
Saturday 06:20 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:30
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 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 Montrose and Colchester

The travel time between Montrose and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Montrose and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 08:00.

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Amenities on trains between Montrose 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 Montrose & Colchester. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Montrose and Colchester.

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