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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Colchester (COL)

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36

train journeys
per day

142

miles (228 kms)

3hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

04:58 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Colchester is approximately 142 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 7 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Sheffield and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Sheffield to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:58
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:20
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:37
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:37
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    17:54
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    17:57
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
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 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 Sheffield and Colchester

The travel time between Sheffield and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

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

Amenities on trains between Sheffield 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 Sheffield & Colchester. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Sheffield and Colchester.

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