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Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Colchester (COL)

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32

train journeys
per day

142

miles (228 kms)

3hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:45 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

10

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Sheffield (SHF) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Sheffield and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sheffield to Colchester is approximately 142 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 29 mins.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line, First Hull Trains, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Sheffield and Colchester.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sheffield to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Sheffield to Colchester

Journeys from Sheffield to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:45
    4 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    09:59
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:55
    4 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    10:16
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:05
    4 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    10:37
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:27
    4 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    11:04
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:09
    4 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    11:13
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:43
    4 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    11:59
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:57
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    12:04
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:11
    4 hrs 3 mins4 changes
    12:14
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:38
    4 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    13:04
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:11
    4 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    13:13
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:53
    3 hrs 54 mins4 changes
    13:47
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:54
    4 hrs 5 mins3 changes
    13:59
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:11
    4 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    14:13
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:39
    4 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    15:04
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:11
    4 hrs 3 mins4 changes
    15:14
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:40
    4 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    16:01
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:11
    4 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    16:13
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:11
    3 hrs 54 mins4 changes
    17:05
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:40
    4 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    17:52
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:11
    4 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    18:15
    Sheffield
    Colchester
    Sheffield to Colchester

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
AddressSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Sheffield and Colchester

The travel time between Sheffield and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sheffield and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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Amenities on trains between Sheffield 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 Sheffield & Colchester. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line, First Hull Trains, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Sheffield and Colchester.

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