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Harwich to Colchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Harwich to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 24.34, with average prices for this route around NZD 25.31. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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05:29
Harwich International
05:59
Colchester
30m, No directGreater Anglia
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06:20
Harwich International
06:42
Colchester
22m, DirectGreater Anglia
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06:29
Harwich International
07:00
Colchester
31m, No directGreater Anglia
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07:09
Harwich International
07:40
Colchester
31m, DirectGreater Anglia
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07:33
Harwich International
08:01
Colchester
28m, No directGreater Anglia
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08:08
Harwich International
08:35
Paris
27m, DirectGreater Anglia
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Harwich to Colchester train route details

First train
First train
05:29
Last train
Last train
23:31
Departure station
Departure station
Harwich
Arrival station
Arrival station
Colchester
Journey time
Journey time
22m
Distance
Distance
25 km
Price
Price
NZD 24.34*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Harwich to Colchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Harwich to Colchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Harwich 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%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Harwich 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Harwich to Colchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

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 Harwich to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.