Stevenage to Colchester by train

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Overview: trains from Stevenage to Colchester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Stevenage 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 00:07 View journey
Last train 23:51 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 37m View journey
Distance (km) 76
Trains / day 30 View all
Cheapest journey £79.40 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 17m
Train operators 7

Travelling by train from Stevenage to Colchester

Ready to travel from Stevenage to Colchester by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Cost of a train ticket between Stevenage and Colchester

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £79.40. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Stevenage to Colchester

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Stevenage to Colchester:

  • 00:07 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:51 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 07:04 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:53 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 20 minutes from Stevenage toward Colchester.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 30 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Stevenage to Colchester

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 37 minutes, spanning 76 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets between Stevenage and Colchester?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Stevenage to Colchester

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Stevenage and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Colchester city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Stevenage to Colchester

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

The trip from Stevenage to Colchester covers a distance of 76 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.