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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Sheffield (SHF)

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15

train journeys
per day

142

miles (228 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

00:19 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Sheffield (SHF)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Sheffield , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Sheffield is approximately 142 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 35 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Sheffield.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Sheffield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Sheffield Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:19
    9 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:37
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:42
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    5 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    12:36
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    4 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    13:38
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    4 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    14:35
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    4 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    15:38
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    4 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    16:37
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    4 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    17:37
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    4 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    18:36
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:20
    5 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    19:38
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:46
    4 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    20:33
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:20
    5 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    21:36
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:44
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    00:13
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:43
    9 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    Colchester
    Sheffield
    Colchester to Sheffield

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 Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Sheffield

The travel time between Colchester and Sheffield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Sheffield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Sheffield 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 & Sheffield. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Sheffield.

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