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Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Colchester Stations

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24

train journeys
per day

184

miles (296 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Junction and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Helens Junction to Colchester Stations is approximately 184 miles (296 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 29 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Colchester Stations .

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Junction to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Junction to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:08
    9 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:28
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:28
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    19:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:28
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    20:11
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:03
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:28
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:28
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    22:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:56
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    22:46
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:28
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    23:21
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:01
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    St Helens Junction
    Colchester
    St Helens Junction to Colchester

About St Helens Junction Station

Station name St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Address St Helens Junction station, Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:05 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:05 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:05 - 23:50
Thursday 06:05 - 23:50
Friday 06:05 - 23:50
Saturday 06:05 - 23:50
Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
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 St Helens Junction and Colchester Stations

The travel time between St Helens Junction and Colchester Stations 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 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Junction and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

First class tickets on trains between St Helens Junction and Colchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between St Helens Junction and Colchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between St Helens Junction & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Colchester Stations .

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