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Outbound fromColchester to Heathrow Airport by train
It takes an average of 2h 25m to travel from Colchester to Heathrow Airport by train, over a distance of around 65 miles (104 km). There are normally 282 trains per day travelling from Colchester to Heathrow Airport and tickets for this journey start from £25.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:41 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:25 | |
| Departure station | Colchester | |
| Arrival station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 29m | |
| Distance | 65 miles (104 km) | |
| Frequency | 282 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25.80 | |
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How to travel from Colchester to Heathrow Airport by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Colchester to Heathrow Airport? Look no further.
You'll usually find 282 trains per day running between Colchester and Heathrow Airport, which usually take 2 hours 25 minutes to complete the 65 miles (104 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 29 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Heathrow Airport by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Greater Anglia and Heathrow Express trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Colchester to Heathrow Airport start from £25.80 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Heathrow Airport? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Colchester to Heathrow Airport
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Colchester to Heathrow Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.