Explore Colchester to Stowmarket by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Colchester to Stowmarket aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of train travel from Colchester to Stowmarket

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Colchester to Stowmarket:

  • Cheapest ticket: £14.60

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Colchester to Stowmarket departure frequency and train timetable

With 43 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 19 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:45 and the last one is at 21:47. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:40, with the last one at 23:23.

Average train travel time from Colchester to Stowmarket

The quickest time by train is 29 minutes, travelling a total distance of 34 kilometres.

When are tickets between Colchester and Stowmarket available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Colchester and Stowmarket can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Stowmarket

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Stowmarket.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Colchester to Stowmarket by train?

The train journey between Colchester and Stowmarket spans 34 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Colchester to Stowmarket cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is £14.60. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Colchester to Stowmarket?

You can book your tickets 5 months in advance for this route.

What’s the travel time from Colchester to Stowmarket by train?

The shortest trip is 29 minutes.