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Swanscombe to Colchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Swanscombe to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$93.57, with average prices for this route around AU$93.57. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
16:35 1h 58m, No direct Swanscombe	18:33 Colchester	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:35 2h 9m, No direct Swanscombe	18:44 Colchester		Find Tickets
16:39 2h 23m, No direct Swanscombe	19:02 Colchester		Find Tickets
16:48 1h 56m, No direct Swanscombe	18:44 Colchester		Find Tickets
17:05 1h 57m, No direct Swanscombe	19:02 Colchester	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:05 2h 10m, No direct Swanscombe	19:15 Paris		Find Tickets

Swanscombe to Colchester train route details

First train

05:05

Last train

23:39

Departure station

Swanscombe

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

1h 41m

Distance

64 km

Price

AU$93.57*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Swanscombe 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 Swanscombe to Colchester can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Swanscombe 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 Swanscombe 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 Swanscombe to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Swanscombe 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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