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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Scunthorpe (SCU)

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18

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

4hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Scunthorpe (SCU)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Scunthorpe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Scunthorpe is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 15 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Scunthorpe.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Scunthorpe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Scunthorpe Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    15:03
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:01
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    16:02
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:12
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:01
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    18:02
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:02
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    19:03
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:42
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:04
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    21:03
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:06
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    22:12
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:30
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    22:32
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:43
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    23:11
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:12
    11 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    08:01
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:03
    10 hrs 3 changes
    09:03
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:22
    10 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:04
    Colchester
    Scunthorpe
    Colchester to Scunthorpe

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 Scunthorpe Station

Station name Scunthorpe (SCU)
Address Scunthorpe station, Station Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6PY
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 05:45 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Scunthorpe

The travel time between Colchester and Scunthorpe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Scunthorpe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Scunthorpe. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Scunthorpe.

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