The average train between Sale and Colchester takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour 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.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Sale and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sale is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Colchester at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Sale to Colchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Sale to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Sale station and arriving at Colchester station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Sale to Colchester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Sale to Colchester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Colchester station.
The distance between Sale and Colchester is 276.7 km. The road distance is 390 km.
You can take a vehicle from Sale to Colchester via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 56m.