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Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

Looking to travel from Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £25.20, with average prices for this route around £25.20.

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	Find Tickets
06:12 Colchester Town	07:48 Southend Victoria	1h 36m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:41 Colchester Town	08:33 Southend Victoria	1h 52m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:35 Colchester Town	09:13 Southend Victoria	1h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:19 Colchester Town	09:50 Southend Victoria	1h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:00 Colchester Town	10:30 Southend Victoria	1h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:07 Colchester Town	10:50 Paris	1h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea train route details

First train

06:12

Last train

23:07

Departure station

Colchester Town

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

1h 29m

Distance

27 miles

Price

£25.20*

Train Operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Town to Southend-on-Sea, 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 Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Town to Southend-on-Sea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea 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 & 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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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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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea train prices and times

Colchester Town to Southend-on-Sea train route details