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Trains from Southport (SOP) to Colchester (COL)

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2

train journeys
per day

202

miles (326 kms)

7hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

14:32 / 17:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Southport (SOP) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 2 scheduled rail journeys between Southport and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southport to Colchester is approximately 202 miles (326 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 13 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Southport and Colchester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southport to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Southport to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    7 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Southport
    Colchester
    Southport to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    7 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    23:40
    Southport
    Colchester
    Southport to Colchester

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
Address Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
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 Available

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 Southport and Colchester

The travel time between Southport and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southport and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 2 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 14:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 17:49.

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Amenities on trains between Southport 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 Southport & Colchester. owever, there are 2 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Southport and Colchester.

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