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The average train between Motherwell and Colchester takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Motherwell 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.

6h 4m
Duration
440 mi
Distance
£163
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Motherwell to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston
  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain train London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 30m
£114–247

Motherwell to Colchester train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Motherwell and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Colchester at 8:13 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia8h 19m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 48m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 48m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 48m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 48m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 20m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 44m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Motherwell 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.

Map of how to get from Motherwell to Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 440.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Motherwell to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 30m.

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