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Outbound fromLondon Liverpool Street to Colchester by train
It takes an average of 1h 0m to travel from London Liverpool Street to Colchester by train, over a distance of around 49 miles (79 km). There are normally 127 trains per day travelling from London Liverpool Street to Colchester and tickets for this journey start from £10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:46 | |
| Departure station | London Liverpool Street | |
| Arrival station | Colchester | |
| Journey time | From 45m | |
| Distance | 49 miles (79 km) | |
| Frequency | 127 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £10 | |
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Travelling from London Liverpool Street to Colchester by train
If you want to travel from London Liverpool Street to Colchester by train, you've come to the right place.
It usually takes around 1h 1m to travel the 49 miles (79 km) from London Liverpool Street to Colchester by train, or just 45m on the quickest services, with around 113 trains running on this route daily. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available.
You’ll be travelling on a Greater Anglia service, which will get you to your destination in comfort. Greater Anglia’s Intercity trains come equipped with an onboard Cafe bar, while most trains have a free WiFi connection for passengers.
To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – train tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from London Liverpool Street to Colchester with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from London Liverpool Street to Colchester
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 London Liverpool Street 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.