Is there a direct train from Southend Airport to Colchester?

The journey between Southend Airport and Colchester usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Southend Airport to Colchester every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Southend Airport to Colchester?

The Southend Airport to Colchester train travel takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Southend Airport to Colchester train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Colchester leaving Southend Airport at around 05:05 and the last train leaving at around 23:59.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Southend Airport at around 06:05, with the final departure at 22:05.

Southend Airport to Colchester by train

First train

05:05
Last train

23:59

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

1hr 5m

Distance

38 kilometres
Trains per day

43

Avg. journey time

1hr 17m
Train operators

Taking the train from Southend Airport to Colchester

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Train cost between Southend Airport to Colchester

Getting from Southend Airport to Colchester by rail typically costs US$58.17, 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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Train timetable for travel between Southend Airport and Colchester

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Southend Airport to Colchester by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

First daily departure (weekday): 05:05
Last daily departure (weekday): 23:59
First daily departure (weekend): 06:05
Last daily departure (weekend): 22:05
Average number of daily trains: 43 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 21 minutes

Average train travel time and distance from Southend Airport to Colchester

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 5 minutes, spanning 38 kilometres in total.

Booking Southend Airport to Colchester trains in advance

Booking your Southend Airport to Colchester tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 4 months before departure.

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More information on train travel from Southend Airport to Colchester

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Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Southend Airport to Colchester?

The total distance between Southend Airport and Colchester is 38 kilometres.

What is the Southend Airport to Colchester train price?

The lowest price available on this route is US$58.17. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Southend Airport to Colchester by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 4 months ahead of the travel date.

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

The fastest journey time is 1 hour and 5 minutes.

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