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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Smithy Bridge (SMB)

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33

train journeys
per day

174

miles (281 kms)

5hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:41 / 23:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 8 changes)

9

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Smithy Bridge (SMB)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Smithy Bridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge is approximately 174 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 39 mins.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Smithy Bridge.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 29 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge

Journeys from Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:41
    5 hrs 40 mins6 changes
    12:21
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:35
    5 hrs 46 mins5 changes
    13:21
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:19
    6 hrs 2 mins6 changes
    14:21
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:00
    6 hrs 5 mins5 changes
    15:05
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:35
    5 hrs 46 mins5 changes - overtaken train
    15:21
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:44
    5 hrs 37 mins6 changes
    15:21
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:35
    5 hrs 46 mins5 changes - overtaken train
    16:21
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:44
    5 hrs 37 mins6 changes
    16:21
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:00
    6 hrs 5 mins5 changes
    17:05
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:35
    5 hrs 38 mins5 changes - overtaken train
    17:13
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:44
    5 hrs 29 mins6 changes
    17:13
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:00
    6 hrs 13 mins6 changes
    18:13
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:07
    6 hrs 14 mins6 changes
    18:21
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:35
    5 hrs 58 mins4 changes
    18:33
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:44
    5 hrs 49 mins5 changes
    18:33
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:00
    6 hrs 7 mins5 changes
    19:07
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:35
    5 hrs 47 mins5 changes - overtaken train
    19:22
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:44
    5 hrs 38 mins6 changes
    19:22
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:07
    6 hrs 15 mins6 changes
    20:22
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:35
    5 hrs 58 mins4 changes
    20:33
    Colchester Town
    Smithy Bridge
    Colchester Town to Smithy Bridge

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
AddressColchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Smithy Bridge Station

Station name Smithy Bridge (SMB)
AddressSmithy Bridge station, Smithy Bridge, Smithy Bridge, Greater Manchester, OL15 0DZ
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Town and Smithy Bridge

The travel time between Colchester Town and Smithy Bridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Smithy Bridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:07.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester Town and Smithy Bridge typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester Town and Smithy Bridge 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 & Smithy Bridge. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, London Overground, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Smithy Bridge.

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