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Trains from Scarborough (SCA) to Colchester (COL)

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17

train journeys
per day

173

miles (278 kms)

4hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Scarborough (SCA) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Scarborough and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Scarborough to Colchester is approximately 173 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Scarborough and Colchester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Scarborough to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 46 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Scarborough to Colchester

Journeys from Scarborough to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:50
    4 hrs 56 mins5 changes
    10:46
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:48
    5 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    12:04
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:48
    5 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    13:04
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:54
    4 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    13:47
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:54
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    15:04
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:54
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    16:04
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:54
    5 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    17:05
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:54
    4 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    17:39
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:54
    4 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    18:37
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:54
    4 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    19:38
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:54
    5 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    21:04
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:54
    4 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    21:51
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:54
    4 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    22:46
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:54
    4 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    23:40
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:54
    6 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    01:57
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:54
    9 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    06:29
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:45
    10 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    09:06
    Scarborough
    Colchester
    Scarborough to Colchester

About Scarborough Station

Station name Scarborough (SCA)
AddressScarborough station, Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1TN
Managed byTP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
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 Scarborough and Colchester

The travel time between Scarborough and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Scarborough and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Scarborough 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 Scarborough & Colchester. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Scarborough and Colchester.

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