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Trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Colchester (COL)

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14

train journeys
per day

172

miles (277 kms)

5hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

07:09 / 23:47

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Colchester (COL)

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

The distance by rail from Salford Crescent to Colchester is approximately 172 miles (277 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 40 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Salford Crescent and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Salford Crescent to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Salford Crescent to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:09
    6 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:27
    6 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:05
    6 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:28
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:05
    6 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    6 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:59
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:05
    6 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    16:28
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:09
    6 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    6 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    18:02
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:09
    6 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:27
    6 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:59
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:09
    6 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    20:28
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:09
    5 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:09
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:22
    11 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Salford Crescent
    Colchester
    Salford Crescent to Colchester

About Salford Crescent Station

Station name Salford Crescent (SLD)
Address Salford Crescent station, University Road West, Salford, Greater Manchester, M5 4BR
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 21:45
Tuesday 06:30 - 21:45
Wednesday 06:30 - 21:45
Thursday 06:30 - 21:45
Friday 06:30 - 21:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:45
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Salford Crescent and Colchester

The travel time between Salford Crescent and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Salford Crescent and Colchester 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 07:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:47.

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

Amenities on trains between Salford Crescent 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 Salford Crescent & Colchester. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Salford Crescent and Colchester.

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