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London to Colchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Colchester, starting from £7.50 and averaging £10.00. The entire journey takes no more than 45m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Tue, May 20
    From £14.00
  • Wed, May 21
    From £14.00
  • Thu, May 22
    From £13.00
  • Fri, May 23
    From £7.50
  • Sat, May 24
    From £20.50
  • Sun, May 25
    From £14.40
  • Mon, May 26
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00:18
London Liverpool Street
01:36
Colchester
1h 18m, DirectGreater Anglia
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00:46
London Liverpool Street
01:57
Colchester
1h 11m, DirectGreater Anglia
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05:23
London Liverpool Street
06:29
Colchester
1h 6m, DirectGreater Anglia
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06:00
London Liverpool Street
06:47
Colchester
47m, DirectGreater Anglia
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06:02
London Liverpool Street
07:04
Colchester
1h 2m, DirectGreater Anglia
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06:25
London Liverpool Street
07:18
Paris
53m, DirectGreater Anglia
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London to Colchester train route details

First train
First train
00:18
Last train
Last train
23:48
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
45m
Distance
Distance
53 miles
Price
Price
£7.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators

London to Colchester: everything you need to know

Setting off from London

A key transport hub in London’s financial district, Liverpool Street Station provides frequent and reliable services across East England, operated by Greater Anglia, the Elizabeth Line, and c2c. The station boasts modern amenities, including a range of food outlets, retail stores, and spacious concourses for ease of movement. With step-free access, on-site ticket offices, and direct Underground connections (Circle, Central, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan), it’s renowned as a well-equipped departure point for business and leisure travellers alike.

What to expect on your journey to Colchester

Direct trains from London to Colchester, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from London Liverpool Street, offering the fastest train services available. Spanning a distance of approximately 53 miles (85 km), the journey typically takes between 50 minutes and an hour, with some variations due to the number of stops. However, it can be as fast as 45 minutes if boarding the journey with just one stop. Generally, train tickets can range from about £10 to £30, but the journey can be as cheap as £7.50 when booked in advance or during off-peak times. Popular stops along the route include Stratford (London), Shenfield, Chelmsford, and Witham.

Arriving at Colchester

Colchester Station, operated by Greater Anglia, is a major transport hub in Essex, serving routes to London, Ipswich, and Norwich. The station offers modern facilities, including a spacious ticket hall, coffee shops, and step-free access. With frequent trains and strong transport links, it is a convenient departure point for both commuters and long-distance travellers.

London 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:

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