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Journey information from London to Colchester

  • Train Fares from: £10
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: Direct
  • Trains per day: Around 131
  • Distance: 51 miles (82 km)
  • Train operators: Greater Anglia
  • Origin: London
  • Destination: Colchester

  • How long does it take to travel from London to Colchester by train?

    The average journey time between London and Colchester is . On an average weekday, there are 131 trains travelling from London to Colchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from London to Colchester by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from London to Colchester cost?

    Train tickets from London to Colchester can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • Are there direct trains from London to Colchester?

    Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Colchester without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from London to Colchester.

    Direct

  • What is the distance between London and Colchester?

    The distance between London and Colchester is 51 miles.

    Distance: 51 miles

  • What time is the first train from London to Colchester?

    The first train from London to Colchester departs at .

    What time is the last train from London to Colchester?

    The last train from London to Colchester departs at .

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    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

London to Colchester timetable

Check out the next trains departing from London to Colchester for Sunday 5th Apr 2020. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
18:3019:1949m, direct
18:3819:3759m, direct
19:0820:131h 5m, direct
19:3820:3759m, direct
20:0020:5555m, direct
20:0821:131h 5m, direct
20:3021:1949m, direct
20:3821:3759m, direct
21:0822:131h 5m, direct
22:0823:131h 5m, direct

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Colchester to London.

How to find cheap train tickets from London to Colchester

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction

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**Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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