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London to Colchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 17,52 €, with average prices for this route around 12,15 €. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Pe, 20. 6.
From 38,90 €
La, 21. 6.
From 17,52 €
Su, 22. 6.
From 28,97 €
Ma, 23. 6.
From 19,28 €
Ti, 24. 6.
From 24,88 €
Ke, 25. 6.
From 28,62 €
To, 26. 6.
From 21,61 €

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:18 London Liverpool Street	01:36 Colchester	1h 18m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:46 London Liverpool Street	01:57 Colchester	1h 11m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:23 London Liverpool Street	06:29 Colchester	1h 6m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:00 London Liverpool Street	06:47 Colchester	47m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:02 London Liverpool Street	07:04 Colchester	1h 2m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:25 London Liverpool Street	07:18 Paris	53m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Colchester Train Route Details

First train

00:18

Last train

23:48

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

45m

Distance

84 km

Price

17,52 €*

Train operators

Southeastern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Colchester

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London and Colchester on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London to Colchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Colchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Colchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Colchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Colchester Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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London to Colchester Train prices and times

London to Colchester Train Route Details