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Trains from Glasgow Central to Colchester (COL)

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18

train journeys
per day

344

miles (555 kms)

6hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Glasgow Central to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Glasgow Central 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 Glasgow Central to Colchester is approximately 344 miles (555 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 54 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Glasgow Central to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Glasgow Central to Colchester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    6 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:29
    6 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:36
    6 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:38
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:36
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:38
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:57
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:56
    6 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    18:42
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:40
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:01
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    19:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:34
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    20:48
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:38
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:45
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:57
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    22:46
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:40
    6 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    23:15
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:30
    6 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    00:15
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:40
    7 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    01:56
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:40
    9 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:48
    12 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Glasgow Central
    Colchester
    Glasgow Central to Colchester

About Glasgow Central Station

Station name Glasgow Central (GLC)
Address Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Glasgow Central and Colchester

The travel time between Glasgow Central and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Glasgow Central 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 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Glasgow Central 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 Glasgow Central & Colchester. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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