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Outbound fromHatfield (Herts) to Colchester by train
It takes an average of 2h 1m to travel from Hatfield (Herts) to Colchester by train, over a distance of around 48 miles (78 km). There are normally 68 trains per day travelling from Hatfield (Herts) to Colchester and tickets for this journey start from £50.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:05 | |
| Departure station | Hatfield (Herts) | |
| Arrival station | Colchester | |
| Journey time | From 1h 39m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (78 km) | |
| Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £50.70 | |
| Train operators | London Overground, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
About the train journey from Hatfield (Herts) to Colchester
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The train from Hatfield (Herts) to Colchester usually takes 2 hours 1 minute on average to travel 48 miles (78 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 39 minutes. You can expect to find 68 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Colchester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, Thameslink or London Overground, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Hatfield (Herts) to Colchester if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £50.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Hatfield (Herts) to Colchester
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Hatfield (Herts) to Colchester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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