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Trains from Shelford (Cambs) (SED) to Colchester Town (CET)

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20

train journeys
per day

37

miles (59 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Shelford (Cambs) (SED) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Shelford (Cambs) and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town is approximately 37 miles (59 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Shelford (Cambs) and Colchester Town.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:00
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    08:03
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:00
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:00
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:40
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:51
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:47
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:26
    8 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    06:27
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:40
    8 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:45
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Colchester Town
    Shelford (Cambs) to Colchester Town

About Shelford (Cambs) Station

Station name Shelford (Cambs) (SED)
Address Shelford station, Station Road, Shelford, Cambridgeshire, CB22 5LR
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 10:30
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shelford (Cambs) and Colchester Town

The travel time between Shelford (Cambs) and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shelford (Cambs) and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

First class tickets on trains between Shelford (Cambs) and Colchester Town typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Shelford (Cambs) and Colchester Town can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Shelford (Cambs) & Colchester Town. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Shelford (Cambs) and Colchester Town.

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