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South Croydon to Colchester Train prices and times
Planning a journey from South Croydon to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 193,61 BYN, with average prices for this route around 193,61 BYN. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
14:00 South Croydon | 15:46 Colchester |  Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
14:21 South Croydon | 16:13 Colchester |  London OvergroundElizabeth line | Find Tickets |
14:30 South Croydon | 16:16 Colchester | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
15:00 South Croydon | 16:45 Colchester | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
15:30 South Croydon | 17:17 Colchester | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
16:00 South Croydon | 17:58 Paris | Elizabeth line | Find Tickets |
South Croydon to Colchester Train Route Details
First train
00:44
Last train
23:21
Journey time
1 t 45 minuuttia
Distance
91 km
Price
193,61 BYN*
How to book cheap train tickets from South Croydon to Colchester
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from South Croydon to Colchester can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from South Croydon 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 for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from South Croydon to Colchester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from South Croydon to Colchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
South Croydon 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.