Crawley to Colchester by train
| First train | 04:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:38 | |
| Departure station | Crawley | |
| Arrival station | Colchester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 4m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (115 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Crawley to Colchester by train
Looking to travel from Crawley to Colchester by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 26 minutes to travel from Crawley to Colchester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 4 minutes though. You'll usually find 24 trains per day running along the 72 miles (115 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Colchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or Southern to get to Colchester. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Crawley to Colchester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Crawley to Colchester
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 Crawley to Colchester 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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