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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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10

train journeys
per day

163

miles (263 kms)

5hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Shrewsbury is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 26 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Shrewsbury.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    7 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:50
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    6 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    15:43
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    7 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    6 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:43
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    7 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    6 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:43
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    7 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:48
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:46
    7 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    22:58
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:22
    12 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Colchester
    Shrewsbury
    Colchester to Shrewsbury

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 Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Colchester and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 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 Shrewsbury 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 & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 10 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Shrewsbury.

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