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Exeter St Davids to Colchester train prices and times

Looking to travel from Exeter St Davids to Colchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £33.00, with average prices for this route around £34.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
01:07 Exeter St Davids	06:47 Colchester	5h 40m, No direct		Find Tickets
01:07 Exeter St Davids	07:18 Colchester	6h 11m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:10 Exeter St Davids	10:37 Colchester	5h 27m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:52 Exeter St Davids	10:13 Colchester	4h 21m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:40 Exeter St Davids	12:14 Colchester	5h 34m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:52 Exeter St Davids	10:37 Paris	3h 45m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets View More Trains

Exeter St Davids to Colchester train route details

First train

01:07

Last train

22:25

Departure station

Exeter St Davids

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

3h 45m

Distance

209 miles

Price

£33.00*

Train Operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter St Davids to Colchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Exeter St Davids to Colchester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 travelling from Exeter St Davids 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 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 Exeter St Davids to Colchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Exeter St Davids to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Exeter St Davids to Colchester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Exeter St Davids to Colchester from £33.00*

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