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Trains from Shotts (SHS) to Colchester Town (CET)

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15

train journeys
per day

332

miles (535 kms)

7hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:23 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Shotts (SHS) to Colchester Town (CET)

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

The distance by rail from Shotts to Colchester Town is approximately 332 miles (535 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 4 mins.

ScotRail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Shotts and Colchester Town.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shotts to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Shotts to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    7 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    07:31
    7 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:33
    7 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    08:56
    7 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    7 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    7 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    12:33
    7 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    7 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    20:51
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    14:36
    7 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    7 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    17:32
    12 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    06:27
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    18:28
    12 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    07:09
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    20:19
    13 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    09:27
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    21:58
    11 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    09:49
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    23:47
    11 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    11:27
    Shotts
    Colchester Town
    Shotts to Colchester Town

About Shotts Station

Station name Shotts (SHS)
Address Shotts station, Station Road, Dykehead, North Lanarkshire, ML7 5DX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 13:20
Saturday 06:30 - 13:20
Sunday 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 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 Shotts and Colchester Town

The travel time between Shotts and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shotts and Colchester Town 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 06:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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

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

ScotRail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Shotts and Colchester Town.

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