Taking the train from Nottingham to Colchester

Ready to book a trip from Nottingham to Colchester by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost for travel between Nottingham and Colchester

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$138.00, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Nottingham to Colchester daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Colchester on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 65 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 04:56: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:40: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:05: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:10: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 12 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time and distance from Nottingham to Colchester

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 9 minutes, spanning 182 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Nottingham and Colchester available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Nottingham and Colchester can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Maximising your travels to Colchester

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Colchester.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Nottingham to Colchester by train?

The train route from Nottingham to Colchester covers 182 kilometres.

What is the Nottingham to Colchester train price?

The lowest price available on this route is US$138.00. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When can I start booking my Nottingham to Colchester train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Nottingham to Colchester?

The fastest travel time is 3 hours and 9 minutes.