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It takes an average of 1h 26m to travel from London Paddington to Colchester by train, over a distance of around 53 miles (85 km). There are normally 132 trains per day travelling from London Paddington to Colchester and tickets for this journey start from £42.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:52 | |
| Departure station | London Paddington | |
| Arrival station | Colchester | |
| Journey time | From 1h 4m | |
| Distance | 53 miles (85 km) | |
| Frequency | 132 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £42.30 | |
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Taking the train from London Paddington to Colchester in 1 hour 4 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Paddington to Colchester? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 26 minutes to travel the 53 miles (85 km) from London Paddington to Colchester by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 132 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Greater Anglia for all or at least part of your journey to Colchester.
Book train tickets from London Paddington to Colchester in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £42.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Colchester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from London Paddington to Colchester? 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 London Paddington to Colchester?
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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.