Is there a direct train from Bury St Edmunds to Colchester?

The journey between Bury St Edmunds and Colchester usually involves one change of train. We have found some direct departures on this route but these are less frequent than routes requiring a change.ZeroTrains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Bury St Edmunds to Colchester?

The Bury St Edmunds to Colchester train travel takes about 45 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bury St Edmunds to Colchester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Colchester leaving Bury St Edmunds at around 18:58 and the last train leaving at around 22:55.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bury St Edmunds at around 18:55, with the final departure at 22:52.

Bury St Edmunds to Colchester by train

First train

18:55
Last train

22:55

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

45m

Distance

43 kilometres
Trains per day

3

Avg. journey time

49m
Train operators

Explore Bury St Edmunds to Colchester by rail

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

Train cost from Bury St Edmunds to Colchester

Ready to book tickets from Bury St Edmunds to Colchester? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

The cheapest tickets between Bury St Edmunds and Colchester typically run US$20.15.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 3 and a half months in advance.

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Bury St Edmunds to Colchester departure timetable

On this route, 3 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Bury St Edmunds at 18:58 and the last leaving at 22:55 during the week.

For weekend travel to Colchester, the earliest departure is at 18:55 and the last one is at 22:52. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 58 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Bury St Edmunds to Colchester

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 45 minutes, spanning 43 kilometres in total.

Booking Bury St Edmunds to Colchester trains in advance

Booking your Bury St Edmunds to Colchester tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 and a half months before departure.

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Bury St Edmunds and Colchester by train?

The train journey from Bury St Edmunds to Colchester covers 43 kilometres in total.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Bury St Edmunds to Colchester?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at US$20.15. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Bury St Edmunds to Colchester train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 3 and a half months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Bury St Edmunds to Colchester?

The fastest jouney takes 45 minutes.

Colchester to Bury St Edmunds by train

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