Colchester to Hull by train

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Overview: trains from Colchester to Hull

Find the key information for travelling by train from Colchester to Hull, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:12 View journey
Last train 23:33 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 223
Trains / day 38 View all
Cheapest journey €95.03 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 1m
Train operators 13

Travelling from Colchester to Hull by train

Considering a train trip from Colchester to Hull? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train travel between Colchester and Hull: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Colchester to Hull:

  • Cheapest tickets: €95.03

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 and a half months in advance.

Departure frequency and timetable from Colchester to Hull

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Colchester to Hull:

  • 05:40 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:03 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:12 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:33 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 21 minutes from Colchester toward Hull.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 38 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Colchester to Hull

The quickest time by train is 4 hours and 4 minutes, travelling a total distance of 223 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Colchester and Hull

Tickets for travel between Colchester and Hull can be booked 4 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making the most of your Colchester to Hull 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: Hull.

FAQs about the train journey from Colchester to Hull

Want to know more about your journey from Colchester to Hull? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Colchester to Hull covers a distance of 223 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.