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Hackney to Colchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Hackney to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as DKK 327.16, with average prices for this route around DKK 352.26. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:28 1h 19m, 1 change Hackney Downs	06:47 Colchester	Find Tickets
05:56 1h 22m, 1 change Hackney Downs	07:18 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:19 1h 11m, 1 change Hackney Wick	07:30 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:27 1h 19m, 1 change Hackney Downs	07:46 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:34 1h 12m, 2 change Hackney Wick	07:46 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:58 1h 9m, 1 change Hackney Wick	08:07 Paris	Find Tickets

Hackney to Colchester train route details

First train

05:28

Last train

23:28

Departure city

Hackney

Arrival city

Colchester

Journey time

53m

Distance

48 miles

Price

DKK 327.16*

Train Operators

London Overground, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Hackney to Colchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Hackney to Colchester 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Hackney to Colchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Hackney 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 Hackney to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hackney to Colchester 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 train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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