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Colchester to York train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Colchester to York, starting from £13.85 and averaging £47.90. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 48m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Apr 20
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Mon, Apr 21
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Tue, Apr 22
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Wed, Apr 23
From £13.85
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Fri, Apr 25
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Sat, Apr 26
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:57 Colchester	11:18 York	5h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:27 Colchester	11:40 York	5h 13m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:57 Colchester	12:31 York	5h 34m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:12 Colchester	12:49 York	4h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:25 Colchester	13:13 York	3h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:25 Colchester	13:32 Paris	4h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Colchester to York train route details

First train

05:57

Last train

23:12

Departure station

Colchester

Arrival station

York

Journey time

3h 48m

Distance

166 miles

Price

£13.85*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester to York

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 Colchester to York can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Colchester to York 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Colchester to York, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often 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 York 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Colchester to York more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Colchester to York 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 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
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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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
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%.

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