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Trains from Selby (SBY) to Colchester (COL)

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18

train journeys
per day

153

miles (247 kms)

3hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

07:03 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Selby (SBY) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Selby and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Selby to Colchester is approximately 153 miles (247 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 35 mins.

Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Selby and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Selby to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Selby to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:09
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:24
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:23
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:45
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:24
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    20:19
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:43
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    21:20
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:27
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    22:46
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:42
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:05
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    01:36
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:27
    9 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:45
    9 hrs 3 changes
    08:45
    Selby
    Colchester
    Selby to Colchester

About Selby Station

Station name Selby (SBY)
Address Selby station, Station Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4NW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:45
Saturday 06:00 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 19:00
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 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 Selby and Colchester

The travel time between Selby and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Selby and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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Amenities on trains between Selby 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 Selby & Colchester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Selby and Colchester.

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