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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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14

train journeys
per day

118

miles (190 kms)

4hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 22:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Birmingham International , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Birmingham International is approximately 118 miles (190 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs.

Chiltern Railways, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, c2c, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Birmingham International.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    13:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    18:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    19:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    16:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    21:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    17:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    22:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    18:35
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    23:05
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    19:35
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    00:41
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International
  • Mon 6th May
    21:35
    11 hrs 4 mins 5 changes
    08:39
    Colchester Town
    Birmingham International
    Colchester Town to Birmingham International

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Town and Birmingham International

The travel time between Colchester Town and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:46.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester Town and Birmingham International 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 Town & Birmingham International. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Chiltern Railways, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, c2c, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Birmingham International.

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