Colchester to Saxmundham by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Colchester to Saxmundham? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 54 kilometres.

Cost of train tickets between Colchester and Saxmundham

The cheapest train tickets from Colchester to Saxmundham start at US$15.00. 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 Colchester to Saxmundham is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 4 and a half 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.

Train times for travel between Colchester and Saxmundham

If you are taking the train from Colchester to Saxmundham, you will have 21 trains each day (with a departure every 52 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:40. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:47. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:40, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:48.

How long does the train from Colchester to Saxmundham take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 4 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 54 kilometres.

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

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.

Further insights on trains from Colchester to Saxmundham

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Saxmundham city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Colchester to Saxmundham by train?

The total distance between Colchester and Saxmundham by train is 54 kilometres.

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

The cheapest ticket on this route is US$15.00. 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 Saxmundham?

You can book your tickets 4 and a half months in advance for this route.

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

The fastest journey is 1 hour and 4 minutes.