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Trains from Shirebrook (SHB) to Colchester Town (CET)

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19

train journeys
per day

127

miles (204 kms)

4hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

07:00 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Shirebrook (SHB) to Colchester Town (CET)

Buy tickets from Shirebrook to Colchester Town. Explore the list of all train routes from Shirebrook 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 19 scheduled rail journeys between Shirebrook and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shirebrook to Colchester Town is approximately 127 miles (204 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 11 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Shirebrook and Colchester Town.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shirebrook to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Shirebrook to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:00
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    12:03
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    09:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    11:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    18:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:13
    5 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    19:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:00
    5 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    20:27
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:13
    5 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    20:51
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:00
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    21:03
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:13
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    22:03
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:00
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    22:47
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    11 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    06:27
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    20:00
    11 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    07:09
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:13
    10 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    07:45
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:02
    9 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    08:51
    Shirebrook
    Colchester Town
    Shirebrook to Colchester Town

About Shirebrook Station

Station name Shirebrook (SHB)
Address Shirebrook Station, Station Road, Shirebrook, Derbyshire, NG20 8SX
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Shirebrook and Colchester Town

The travel time between Shirebrook and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shirebrook and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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

Amenities on trains between Shirebrook 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 Shirebrook & Colchester Town. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Shirebrook and Colchester Town.

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