Greater Anglia
London Overground
Trains to Otford from Colchester
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:20 | |
| Departure station | Colchester | |
| Arrival station | Otford | |
| Journey time | From 1h 59m | |
| Distance | 50 miles (81 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Colchester to Otford by train
If you're planning to travel from Colchester to Otford, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Colchester to Otford takes around 2 hours 24 minutes. There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Colchester to Otford.
You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Otford, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Thameslink and London Overground.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Colchester to Otford?
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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 in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Colchester to Otford is right for you.
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.