The cheapest and fastest trains from Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 5 trains that leave Alresford station (ALR) for Colchester station (COL) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:00 Alresford station (ALR) | 0h28 | 06:28 Colchester station (COL) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:49 Alresford station (ALR) | 0h27 | 07:16 Colchester station (COL) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:55 Alresford station (ALR) | 0h12 | 07:07 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:22 Alresford station (ALR) | 0h41 | 08:03 Colchester station (COL) | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:03 Alresford station (ALR) | 0h12 | 08:15 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL)
Trains from Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
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Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 10:28 |
Last train 11:52 |
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FAQs: Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL) train
Travel by train from Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alresford station (ALR) to Colchester station (COL).

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Important Stations and Airports in Alresford station (ALR) and Colchester station (COL)
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Up platform
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Local Buses to Colchester, Clacton and Brightlingsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute buses will stop at the station entrance, before the level crossing
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bays
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all platforms. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Situated by the South entrance, and in the main car park by the North entrance. A secure 134-space cycle compound is also available (key fob required, speak to station staff for availability).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
