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Southend to Colchester train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southend to Colchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as KRW 50,534, with average prices for this route around KRW 50,534.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
21:23 2h 40m, No direct Southend Victoria	00:03 +1 Colchester	Find Tickets
21:53 2h 43m, No direct Southend Victoria	00:36 +1 Colchester	Find Tickets
22:23 2h 52m, No direct Southend Victoria	01:15 +1 Colchester	Find Tickets
22:53 2h 46m, No direct Southend Victoria	01:39 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Southend to Colchester train route details

First train

06:53

Last train

22:53

Departure station

Southend

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

2h 40m

Distance

42 km

Price

KRW 50,534*

Train Operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend to Colchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southend to Colchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Southend 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%

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 Southend 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

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

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

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Trains from Southend to Colchester from KRW 50,534

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Southend to Colchester train prices and times

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