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Trains from Giffnock (GFN) to Colchester (COL)

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18

train journeys
per day

342

miles (551 kms)

7hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

00:14 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Giffnock (GFN) to Colchester (COL)

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

The distance by rail from Giffnock to Colchester is approximately 342 miles (551 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 11 mins.

Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Giffnock and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Giffnock to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 48 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Giffnock to Colchester

Journeys from Giffnock to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:14
    10 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    11:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:37
    7 hrs 36 mins3 changes
    14:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:07
    7 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    15:04
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:45
    7 hrs 29 mins3 changes
    15:14
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:46
    7 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    16:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:44
    7 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    17:11
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:43
    7 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    18:15
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:14
    7 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    19:02
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:43
    7 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    19:15
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:43
    7 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    20:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:43
    7 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    21:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:43
    7 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    22:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:14
    7 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    23:05
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:43
    7 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    23:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:43
    7 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    00:18
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:44
    8 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    01:57
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:44
    10 hrs 29 mins3 changes
    09:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:45
    11 hrs 28 mins3 changes
    11:13
    Giffnock
    Colchester
    Giffnock to Colchester

About Giffnock Station

Station name Giffnock (GFN)
AddressGiffnock station, Fenwick Road, Giffnock, East Renfrewshire, G46 6JF
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:40 - 13:44
Saturday 06:40 - 13:44
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
AddressColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Giffnock and Colchester

The travel time between Giffnock and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Giffnock and Colchester 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 00:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

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

Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Giffnock and Colchester.

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