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Trains from Sandhills (SDL) to Colchester (COL)

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2

train journeys
per day

194

miles (312 kms)

6hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

14:05 / 17:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Sandhills (SDL) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 2 scheduled rail journeys between Sandhills and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sandhills to Colchester is approximately 194 miles (312 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 17 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Sandhills and Colchester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sandhills to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Sandhills to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:05
    7 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Sandhills
    Colchester
    Sandhills to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:51
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    23:40
    Sandhills
    Colchester
    Sandhills to Colchester

About Sandhills Station

Station name Sandhills (SDL)
Address Sandhills station, Sandhills Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside, L5 3TX
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:44 - 00:16
Tuesday 05:44 - 00:16
Wednesday 05:44 - 00:16
Thursday 05:44 - 00:16
Friday 05:44 - 00:16
Saturday 05:44 - 00:16
Sunday 07:59 - 00:16
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
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 Sandhills and Colchester

The travel time between Sandhills and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sandhills and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 2 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 14:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 17:11.

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Amenities on trains between Sandhills 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 Sandhills & Colchester. owever, there are 2 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Sandhills and Colchester.

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