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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Colchester (COL)

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34

train journeys
per day

124

miles (201 kms)

2hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 01:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Colchester is approximately 124 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 19 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 58 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Birmingham New Street to Colchester

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:30
    3 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    08:48
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:50
    3 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    09:13
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:06
    3 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    09:17
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:28
    3 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    09:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:47
    3 hrs 17 mins2 changes
    10:04
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:17
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    10:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:47
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    10:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:17
    3 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    11:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:47
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    11:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:47
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    12:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:17
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    13:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:47
    3 hrs3 changes
    13:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:17
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    14:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:47
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    14:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:47
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    15:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:47
    2 hrs 58 mins3 changes
    16:45
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:17
    3 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    17:33
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:47
    3 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    17:58
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:17
    3 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    18:33
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:21
    3 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    18:44
    Birmingham New Street
    Colchester
    Birmingham New Street to Colchester

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
AddressBirmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 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 DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Birmingham New Street and Colchester

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:17.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street 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 Birmingham New Street & Colchester. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Colchester.

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