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Trains from Thurso (THS) to Colchester Town (CET)

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3

train journeys
per day

495

miles (797 kms)

14hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

06:50 / 20:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Thurso (THS) to Colchester Town (CET)

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Thurso and Colchester Town , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Thurso to Colchester Town is approximately 495 miles (797 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 17hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thurso to Colchester Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 14hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Thurso to Colchester Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    14 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    21:47
    Thurso
    Colchester Town
    Thurso to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    13:06
    20 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    09:49
    Thurso
    Colchester Town
    Thurso to Colchester Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:32
    18 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:49
    Thurso
    Colchester Town
    Thurso to Colchester Town

About Thurso Station

Station name Thurso (THS)
Address Thurso station, Princes Street, Thurso, Highland, KW14 7DL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 09:50 - 16:54
Saturday 10:10 - 16:54
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
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 Thurso and Colchester Town

The travel time between Thurso and Colchester Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 17hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 14hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thurso and Colchester Town vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 3 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:14.

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Amenities on trains between Thurso 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 Thurso & Colchester Town. owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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