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Trains from Inverness (INV) to Colchester (COL)

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5

train journeys
per day

436

miles (702 kms)

9hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 08:00

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Inverness (INV) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 5 scheduled rail journeys between Inverness and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Inverness to Colchester is approximately 436 miles (702 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 37 mins.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Inverness and Colchester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Inverness to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 9hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Inverness to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    9 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Inverness
    Colchester
    Inverness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    9 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Inverness
    Colchester
    Inverness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    10 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    21:20
    Inverness
    Colchester
    Inverness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:48
    10 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    23:21
    Inverness
    Colchester
    Inverness to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:45
    13 hrs 2 changes
    09:45
    Inverness
    Colchester
    Inverness to Colchester

About Inverness Station

Station name Inverness (INV)
Address Inverness station, Academy Street, Inverness, Highland, IV2 3PY
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:30
Saturday 06:30 - 18:30
Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 Inverness and Colchester

The travel time between Inverness and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 9hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Inverness and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 5 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 08:00.

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Amenities on trains between Inverness 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 Inverness & Colchester. owever, there are 5 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Inverness and Colchester.

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