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Trains from Airdrie (ADR) to Colchester (COL)

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32

train journeys
per day

338

miles (544 kms)

7hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

06:31 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Airdrie (ADR) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Airdrie and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Airdrie to Colchester is approximately 338 miles (544 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 26 mins.

ScotRail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Airdrie and Colchester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Airdrie to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 8 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Airdrie to Colchester

Journeys from Airdrie to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:31
    7 hrs 33 mins3 changes
    14:04
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:02
    7 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    14:37
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:34
    7 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    15:04
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:02
    7 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    15:37
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:35
    7 hrs 29 mins5 changes
    16:04
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:39
    7 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    16:38
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:34
    7 hrs 31 mins5 changes
    17:05
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:08
    7 hrs 8 mins4 changes
    17:16
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:34
    7 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    18:15
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:36
    7 hrs 57 mins3 changes
    18:33
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:06
    7 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    18:37
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:34
    7 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    19:15
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:39
    7 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    19:33
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:05
    7 hrs 33 mins3 changes
    19:38
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:13
    8 hrs4 changes
    20:13
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:37
    7 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    20:36
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:11
    7 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    21:04
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:13
    8 hrs4 changes
    21:13
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:37
    7 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    21:36
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:05
    7 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    22:04
    Airdrie
    Colchester
    Airdrie to Colchester

About Airdrie Station

Station name Airdrie (ADR)
AddressAirdrie station, Broomknoll Street, Airdrie, North Lanarkshire, ML6 9EX
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:30 - 00:00
Tuesday 05:30 - 00:00
Wednesday 05:30 - 00:00
Thursday 05:30 - 00:00
Friday 05:30 - 00:00
Saturday 05:30 - 00:00
Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Airdrie and Colchester

The travel time between Airdrie and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Airdrie and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Airdrie 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 Airdrie & Colchester. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Airdrie and Colchester.

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