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Trains from Sellafield (SEL) to Colchester (COL)

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11

train journeys
per day

252

miles (405 kms)

7hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

07:00 / 22:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Sellafield (SEL) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Sellafield and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sellafield to Colchester is approximately 252 miles (405 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 2 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Sellafield and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sellafield to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Sellafield to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    6 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    6 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    6 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    7 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:17
    6 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    7 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:41
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:11
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    23:15
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:41
    7 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:14
    12 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:15
    12 hrs 3 changes
    09:15
    Sellafield
    Colchester
    Sellafield to Colchester

About Sellafield Station

Station name Sellafield (SEL)
Address Sellafield station, Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

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 Sellafield and Colchester

The travel time between Sellafield and Colchester 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 7hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sellafield and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:41.

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Amenities on trains between Sellafield 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 Sellafield & Colchester. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Sellafield and Colchester.

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