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Trains from Sherborne (SHE) to Colchester Town (CET)

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17

train journeys
per day

161

miles (259 kms)

4hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

06:26 / 23:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Sherborne (SHE) to Colchester Town (CET)

Buy tickets from Sherborne to Colchester Town. Explore the list of all train routes from Sherborne to Colchester Town and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Sherborne and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sherborne to Colchester Town is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 29 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Sherborne and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sherborne to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Sherborne to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:26
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:00
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:59
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:27
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:59
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    15:27
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    16:03
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:35
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    19:03
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:35
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:51
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:35
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    22:03
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    20:35
    9 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:37
    9 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    07:09
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    22:37
    10 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    08:51
    Sherborne
    Colchester Town
    Sherborne to Colchester Town

About Sherborne Station

Station name Sherborne (SHE)
Address Sherborne station, South Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:10 - 14:00
Tuesday 07:10 - 14:00
Wednesday 07:10 - 14:00
Thursday 07:10 - 14:00
Friday 07:10 - 17:40
Saturday 08:00 - 15:00
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 Unavailable
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 Sherborne and Colchester Town

The travel time between Sherborne and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sherborne and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:23.

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

Amenities on trains between Sherborne 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 Sherborne & Colchester Town. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Sherborne and Colchester Town.

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