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Trains from Sleaford (SLR) to Colchester (COL)

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28

train journeys
per day

93

miles (150 kms)

3hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

06:41 / 23:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Sleaford (SLR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Sleaford and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sleaford to Colchester is approximately 93 miles (150 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 4 mins.

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

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sleaford to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Sleaford to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:41
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:17
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:00
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:04
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:38
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:11
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    16:02
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:54
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:03
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    18:39
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 3 changes
    19:15
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:14
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    19:39
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:08
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:16
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    21:15
    Sleaford
    Colchester
    Sleaford to Colchester

About Sleaford Station

Station name Sleaford (SLR)
Address Sleaford station, Station Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RG
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:30
Saturday 07:30 - 13:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Sleaford and Colchester

The travel time between Sleaford and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sleaford and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:05.

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Amenities on trains between Sleaford 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 Sleaford & Colchester. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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