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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Colchester to Birmingham New Street for your selected date and time.
For a connecting journey, check the interchange station, connection time and any transfer between stations. Review the whole itinerary and ticket conditions before paying.
Before you start your journey
Departing from Colchester
- Departure station
- Colchester station guide
- Address
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- Station Rd, CO1 1XD
Operators serving Colchester
The operators listed for a station may differ from those used on a particular journey. Check your selected itinerary.
Facilities at Colchester
- Ticket Office
- Toilets
Parking & meeting your train
- £7/day
Explore the area around Colchester
- Castle Museum
About your departure station
Established in 1843 as part of the Eastern Counties Railway, Colchester station was rebuilt in 1891 with impressive Victorian architecture.
The station serves Britains oldest recorded town while preserving historic features alongside modern facilities.
Colchester represents how stations in ancient towns combine heritage with contemporary transport needs.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Colchester to Birmingham New Street?
Open the ticket search and enter Colchester as your departure station and Birmingham New Street as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Colchester and Birmingham New Street?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
Add your valid Railcard to the ticket search and check its restrictions before booking. Any available Railcard discount will be automatically reflected in your shopping cart.