This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Birmingham Stations

Find the cheapest fares to Birmingham Stations by splitting your tickets

13

train journeys
per day

122

miles (197 kms)

3hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Birmingham Stations

Buy tickets from Colchester to Birmingham Stations . Explore the list of all train routes from Colchester to Birmingham Stations and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Birmingham Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Birmingham Stations is approximately 122 miles (197 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 55 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Birmingham Stations .

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    09:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:20
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:45
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:20
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:46
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    20:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:18
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:20
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    23:44
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:22
    10 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester to Birmingham New Street

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

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Colchester and Birmingham Stations

The travel time between Colchester and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Colchester and Birmingham Stations . On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Birmingham Stations , and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Birmingham Stations . owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Birmingham Stations .

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