Leeds to Colchester by train

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Overview: trains from Leeds to Colchester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Leeds 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.

First train 05:05 View journey
Last train 21:37 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 38m View journey
Distance (km) 269
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey £132.01 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 13m
Train operators 7

Travelling from Leeds to Colchester by train

Want to know how to get from Leeds to Colchester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leeds to Colchester take around 3 hours and 38 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 269 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leeds is scheduled to depart at around  05:05. The last departure is usually at around 21:37 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leeds at around 05:05, with the last train leaving at around 20:45. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 35 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £132.01.

We think any time is a great time to visit Colchester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Colchester.

Is there a direct train from Leeds to Colchester?

The journey between Leeds and Colchester usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leeds to Colchester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Leeds to Colchester?

The Leeds to Colchester train travel takes about 3 hours and 38 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leeds to Colchester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Colchester leaving Leeds at around 05:05 and the last train leaving at around 21:37 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leeds at around 05:05, with the final departure at 20:45.

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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.