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Trains from Musselburgh (MUB) to Colchester Town (CET)

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13

train journeys
per day

323

miles (520 kms)

6hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

07:05 / 23:00

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Musselburgh (MUB) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Musselburgh and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Musselburgh to Colchester Town is approximately 323 miles (520 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 2 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Musselburgh to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Musselburgh to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:05
    6 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:11
    6 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:45
    7 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    16:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:51
    6 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    7 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:52
    6 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:54
    6 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:48
    6 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:52
    6 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:53
    12 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    06:27
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:28
    11 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    07:09
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:54
    10 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    09:49
    Musselburgh
    Colchester Town
    Musselburgh to Colchester Town

About Musselburgh Station

Station name Musselburgh (MUB)
Address Musselburgh station, Whitehill Farm Road, Musselburgh, East Lothian, EH21 6TT
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

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 Musselburgh and Colchester Town

The travel time between Musselburgh and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Musselburgh and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:00.

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

Amenities on trains between Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh & Colchester Town. owever, there are 13 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 Musselburgh and Colchester Town.

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