Colchester to Glasgow by train

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Overview: trains from Colchester to Glasgow

Find the key information for travelling by train from Colchester to Glasgow, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:43 View journey
Last train 23:06 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 6hr View journey
Distance (km) 556
Trains / day 43 View all
Cheapest journey US$134.50 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 21m
Train operators 9

Colchester to Glasgow train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Colchester to Glasgow by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Colchester to Glasgow take around 6 hours, covering a distance of approximately 556 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Colchester is scheduled to depart at around  05:33. The last departure is usually at around 23:06 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Colchester at around 04:43, with the last train leaving at around 23:04. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 43 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$134.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Glasgow, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Glasgow.

Is there a direct train from Colchester to Glasgow?

The journey between Colchester and Glasgow usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Colchester to Glasgow every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Colchester to Glasgow?

The Colchester to Glasgow train travel takes about 6 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Colchester to Glasgow train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Glasgow leaving Colchester at around 05:33 and the last train leaving at around 23:06 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Colchester at around 04:43, with the final departure at 23:04.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.