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Colchester to Stansted Airport by train
It takes an average of 2h 46m to travel from Colchester to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 27 miles (43 km). There are normally 138 trains per day traveling from Colchester to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from $41.03 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:10 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:37 pm | |
| Departure station | Colchester | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 45m | |
| Distance | 27 miles (43 km) | |
| Frequency | 138 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $41.03 | |
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What you need to know about the train journey from Colchester to Stansted Airport
Want to find out more about taking the train from Colchester to Stansted Airport? Look no further.
The average journey time from Colchester to Stansted Airport is around 2 hours 46 minutes. Around 138 trains run on this route each day.
No direct trains run between Colchester and Stansted Airport, so you'll need to make 1 change.
You can find tickets on this route from $41.03. Booking in advance is often a good way to save money on your tickets.
Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Colchester to Stansted Airport?
Want to know more about your journey from Colchester to Stansted Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Colchester to Stansted Airport?
Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Colchester to Stansted Airport start at $41.03§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will ‘split’ your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper than Anytime tickets in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
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