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Darnall to Colchester train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darnall to Colchester, starting from AU$82.05 and averaging AU$167.44. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 1m. 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
05:50 4h 9m, No direct Darnall	09:59 Colchester	Find Tickets
05:50 4h 23m, No direct Darnall	10:13 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:41 4h 5m, No direct Darnall	10:46 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:41 5h 18m, No direct Darnall	11:59 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:51 4h 22m, No direct Darnall	11:13 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:51 4h 29m, No direct Darnall	11:20 Paris	Find Tickets

Darnall to Colchester train route details

First train

05:50

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Darnall

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

4h 1m

Distance

229 km

Price

AU$82.05*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Darnall 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 Darnall 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 Darnall 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 Darnall 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 travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Darnall to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darnall 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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