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Trains from Small Heath (SMA) to Colchester (COL)

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57

train journeys
per day

123

miles (198 kms)

3hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Small Heath (SMA) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 57 scheduled rail journeys between Small Heath and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 57 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Small Heath to Colchester is approximately 123 miles (198 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 28 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Small Heath and Colchester.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Small Heath to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Small Heath to Colchester

Journeys from Small Heath to Colchester Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:52
    3 hrs 54 mins6 changes
    09:46
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:58
    4 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    10:13
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:42
    4 hrs 4 mins6 changes
    10:46
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:05
    3 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    11:04
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:05
    4 hrs 15 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    11:20
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:12
    4 hrs 8 mins6 changes
    11:20
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:35
    4 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    11:37
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:42
    4 hrs 4 mins6 changes
    11:46
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:05
    3 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    12:04
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:42
    4 hrs 4 mins6 changes
    12:46
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:05
    3 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    13:04
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:05
    4 hrs 11 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    13:16
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:12
    4 hrs 4 mins6 changes
    13:16
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:35
    4 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    13:37
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:42
    4 hrs 5 mins6 changes
    13:47
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:05
    3 hrs 59 mins6 changes
    14:04
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:05
    4 hrs 11 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    14:16
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:05
    4 hrs 11 mins4 changes - overtaken train
    14:16
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:12
    4 hrs 4 mins6 changes
    14:16
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:35
    4 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    14:37
    Small Heath
    Colchester
    Small Heath to Colchester

About Small Heath Station

Station name Small Heath (SMA)
AddressSmall Heath station, Golden Hillock Road, Small Heath, West Midlands, B10 0DP
Managed byWM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:00 - 10:00
Weekend Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
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 Small Heath and Colchester

The travel time between Small Heath and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Small Heath and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 57 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Small Heath 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 Small Heath & Colchester. owever, there are 57 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Small Heath and Colchester.

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