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Sale to Colchester trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Sale and Colchester takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is an hourly train service from Sale to Colchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 20m
Duration
242 mi
Distance
£111
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Tram, train

best
  1. Take the tram from Sale to Piccadillytram tram
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain train
  3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain train
4h 25m
£95–167

Sale to Colchester train times

Trains run hourly between Sale and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 1:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Sale is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Colchester at 7:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Sale to Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 242.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Sale, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a vehicle from Sale to Colchester via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Peterborough in around 7h 52m.

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