Northampton to Colchester by train
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Overview: trains from Northampton to Colchester
Find the key information for travelling by train from Northampton 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.
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Train cost between Northampton to Colchester
Getting from Northampton to Colchester by rail typically costs US$32.90, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.
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Northampton to Colchester departure timetable
On this route, 57 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Northampton at 05:03 and the last leaving at 23:36 during the week.
For weekend travel to Colchester, the earliest departure is at 06:18 and the last one is at 23:27. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 15 minutes.
What are the travel time and distance for trains from Northampton to Colchester?
On this route spanning 130 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 27 minutes.
When are tickets between Northampton and Colchester available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Northampton and Colchester can be purchased 2 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
Making the most of your Northampton to Colchester travels
To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Colchester.
FAQs about the train journey from Northampton to Colchester
Want to know more about your journey from Northampton to Colchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train route from Northampton to Colchester covers 130 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket on this route runs US$32.90. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .
You can start booking tickets for this route 2 and a half months in advance.
The fastest journey by train is 2 hours and 27 minutes.
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