Lancaster to Colchester by train
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Overview: trains from Lancaster to Colchester
Find the key information for travelling by train from Lancaster to Colchester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Taking the train from Lancaster to Colchester
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Cost of train tickets between Lancaster and Colchester
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Colchester start at £124.00. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .
Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Lancaster to Colchester is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 4 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.
Lancaster to Colchester daily train schedule
Whether you’re headed to Colchester on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 18 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.
05:13: departure of first train Monday-Friday
20:56: departure of last train Monday-Friday
05:38: departure of first train on weekends
19:44: departure of last train on weekends
Every 59 minutes: frequency of train departures
Train travel time and distance from Lancaster to Colchester
Trains can complete this route in as little as 4 hours and 7 minutes. The total distance travelled is 346 kilometres.
How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Lancaster and Colchester?
You can secure tickets for travel between Lancaster and Colchester up to 4 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.
Additional information on train travel from Lancaster to Colchester
Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Colchester city guide to start planning your getaway.
FAQs about the train journey from Lancaster to Colchester
Want to know more about your journey from Lancaster to Colchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey between Lancaster and Colchester covers 346 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket on this route is £124.00. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .
You can start booking tickets for this route 4 months in advance.
The quickest journey is 4 hours and 7 minutes.
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