How much does the train from Croydon to Colchester cost?

The minimum fare on this route is €48.07. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Croydon to Colchester?

Tickets for travel between Croydon to Colchester are available 5 months before departure.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Colchester?

The quickest journey is 1 hour and 41 minutes.

Croydon to Colchester by train

Q: How far is it from Croydon to Colchester by train?

The trip from Croydon to Colchester covers a distance of 89 kilometres.

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Overview: trains from Croydon to Colchester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Croydon 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.

First train 02:36 View journey

Last train 23:55 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 1hr 41m View journey

Distance (km) 89

Trains / day 70 View all

Cheapest journey €48.07 View journey

Avg journey time 1hr 56m

Train operators 7

Croydon to Colchester by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Croydon to Colchester? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 89 kilometres.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Croydon and Colchester

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €48.07, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Croydon to Colchester daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Colchester on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 70 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

05:35: departure of first train Monday-Friday
23:38: departure of last train Monday-Friday
02:36: departure of first train on weekends
23:55: departure of last train on weekends
Every 10 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time and distance from Croydon to Colchester

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 41 minutes, spanning 89 kilometres in total.

Booking Croydon to Colchester trains in advance

Booking your Croydon to Colchester tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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Learn more about train travel from Croydon to Colchester

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Colchester city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Croydon to Colchester

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