Colchester to Harwich by train

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Overview: trains from Colchester to Harwich

Find the key information for travelling by train from Colchester to Harwich, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:47 View journey
Last train 23:48 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 21m View journey
Distance (km) 25
Trains / day 14 View all
Cheapest journey AU$15.23 View journey
Avg journey time 27m
Train operators 1

Colchester to Harwich by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Colchester to Harwich? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 25 kilometres.

Train travel between Colchester and Harwich: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Colchester to Harwich:

  • Cheapest tickets: AU$15.23

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 and a half months in advance.

Train schedule for travel between Colchester and Harwich

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 14 trains make this journey of 25 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Colchester is at 05:50 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:04.

During the weekend, 05:47 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:48 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 46 minutes.

Colchester to Harwich distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 25 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 21 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Colchester to Harwich?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Colchester to Harwich

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Harwich city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Colchester to Harwich

Want to know more about your journey from Colchester to Harwich? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Colchester and Harwich by train is 25 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.