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Colchester to Barking Riverside train prices and times
Planning a journey from Colchester to Barking Riverside? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £41.30, with average prices for this route around £41.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
14:00 Colchester | 15:34 Barking Riverside | ![]() London Overground | Find Tickets |
14:12 Colchester | 15:49 Barking Riverside | ![]() London Overground | Find Tickets |
14:33 Colchester | 16:04 Barking Riverside | ![]() London Overground | Find Tickets |
15:00 Colchester | 16:20 Barking Riverside | ![]() London Overground | Find Tickets |
15:12 Colchester | 16:49 Barking Riverside | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
15:33 Colchester | 17:04 Paris | ![]() London Overground | Find Tickets |
Colchester to Barking Riverside train route details

First train
04:41

Last train
23:02

Journey time
1h 20m

Distance
43 miles

Price
£41.30*
How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester to Barking Riverside

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Colchester to Barking Riverside during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 Colchester to Barking Riverside, 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 Colchester to Barking Riverside 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 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.
Colchester to Barking Riverside train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
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 outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
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
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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%.



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