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London Victoria to Colchester train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Victoria to Colchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £ 13.00, with average prices for this route around £ 42.30.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:38 London Victoria	07:18 Colchester	1h 40m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:43 London Victoria	07:30 Colchester	1h 47m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:56 London Victoria	07:18 Colchester	1h 22m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:13 London Victoria	07:46 Colchester	1h 33m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:17 London Victoria	08:07 Colchester	1h 50m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:29 London Victoria	08:13 Paris	1h 44m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

London Victoria to Colchester train route details

First train

05:38

Last train

23:31

Departure station

London Victoria

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

1h 10m

Distance

85 km

Price

£ 13.00*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from London Victoria to Colchester

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Victoria and Colchester, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Victoria to Colchester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Victoria to Colchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London Victoria to Colchester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Victoria to Colchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Victoria to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Victoria to Colchester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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