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South Croydon to Colchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from South Croydon to Colchester, starting from DKK 420.79 and averaging DKK 420.79. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 46m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
21:51 2h 13m, No direct South Croydon	00:04 +1 Colchester	Find Tickets
22:22 1h 56m, No direct South Croydon	00:18 +1 Colchester	Find Tickets
22:51 2h 45m, No direct South Croydon	01:36 +1 Colchester	Find Tickets
23:21 2h 36m, No direct South Croydon	01:57 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

South Croydon to Colchester train route details

First train

00:09

Last train

23:21

Departure station

South Croydon

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

1h 46m

Distance

91 km

Price

DKK 420.79*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, London Overground, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from South Croydon to Colchester

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 South Croydon 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 South Croydon 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from South Croydon to Colchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

South Croydon to Colchester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from South Croydon to Colchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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