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Trains from Shanklin (SHN) to Colchester (COL)

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15

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

6hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

06:14 / 21:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Shanklin (SHN) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Shanklin and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shanklin to Colchester is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 44 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Island Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Shanklin and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shanklin to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Shanklin to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    6 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    12:19
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    6 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    13:15
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    6 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    14:15
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    6 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    15:15
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    6 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    16:15
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    6 hrs 4 changes
    17:14
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    6 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    18:21
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:14
    6 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    19:20
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:14
    6 hrs 1 min 5 changes
    20:15
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:14
    5 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    21:04
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:14
    6 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    22:15
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:14
    6 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    23:21
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:14
    6 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    00:19
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:14
    11 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    06:29
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:18
    11 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    08:42
    Shanklin
    Colchester
    Shanklin to Colchester

About Shanklin Station

Station name Shanklin (SHN)
Address Shanklin station, Regent Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 7AR
Managed by IL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:50 - 12:30
Saturday 07:45 - 15:00
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Shanklin and Colchester

The travel time between Shanklin and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shanklin and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:43.

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Amenities on trains between Shanklin 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 Shanklin & Colchester. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Island Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Shanklin and Colchester.

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