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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Colchester (COL)

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8

train journeys
per day

228

miles (366 kms)

5hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Colchester is approximately 228 miles (366 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 42 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Colchester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:39
    5 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:28
    Sunderland
    Colchester
    Sunderland to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Sunderland
    Colchester
    Sunderland to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:17
    5 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Sunderland
    Colchester
    Sunderland to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:32
    6 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    18:02
    Sunderland
    Colchester
    Sunderland to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:32
    6 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    19:59
    Sunderland
    Colchester
    Sunderland to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Sunderland
    Colchester
    Sunderland to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:29
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    23:40
    Sunderland
    Colchester
    Sunderland to Colchester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:29
    11 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Sunderland
    Colchester
    Sunderland to Colchester

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Sunderland and Colchester

The travel time between Sunderland and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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Amenities on trains between Sunderland 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 Sunderland & Colchester. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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