Beccles to Colchester train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Beccles to Colchester

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£34

Average price

£34

Fastest journey

1 h 38 m

Average duration

1 h 38 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

77 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Beccles to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Beccles to Colchester will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.

Fast trains

To travel from Beccles to Colchester you need to make at least one change.

Greater Anglia
08:211h38
Beccles
09:59Colchester
£341One-way
1 change
Greater Anglia
09:211h38
Beccles
10:59Colchester
£341One-way
1 change
Greater Anglia
10:211h38
Beccles
11:59Colchester
£341One-way
1 change
Greater Anglia
11:211h38
Beccles
12:59Colchester
£341One-way
1 change
Greater Anglia
12:211h38
Beccles
13:59Colchester
£341One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Beccles to Colchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Beccles to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 77 km

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Coach

£35

Average Price

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 5m

Average total duration

2h 35m

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30m

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Live departures

Beccles to Colchester train times

The table below shows live departures for Beccles to Colchester trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_anglia08:24 Beccles
1h38
10:02 Colchester1 change
greater_anglia09:24 Beccles
1h35
10:59 Colchester1 change
greater_anglia10:24 Beccles
1h35
11:59 Colchester1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Beccles to Colchester

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Trains from Beccles to Colchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 34m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance
77 km
Average train duration
1h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
1h 34m
First train
05:40
Last train
21:47
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12

Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Beccles to Colchester trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Beccles and Colchester from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£12
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Abellio Greater Anglia

FAQs: Beccles to Colchester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beccles to Colchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Colchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
For a fulfilling visit to Colchester, two to three days should suffice to explore its historical sites, such as Colchester Castle and the Roman ruins, enjoy local museums, and experience the natural beauty of nearby areas like High Woods Country Park.
The train distance from Beccles to Colchester is 77 km.
To get from Beccles to Colchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Beccles to Colchester covers a distance of 77 km and takes approximately 1h 34m. Trains run 3 per day.
Booking trains from Beccles to Colchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Beccles to Colchester leaves at 5:40.
The cost of a train ticket from Beccles to Colchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The last train from Beccles to Colchester departs at 21:47.
The cheapest way to get from Beccles to Colchester is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Trains from Beccles to Colchester run approximately 3 times per day.
The train station in Beccles that goes to Colchester is Beccles station (BCC), and it arrives at Colchester station (COL).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Beccles to Colchester.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Beccles to Colchester.
Yes, you can take the train from Beccles to Colchester.
There is no night train service from Beccles to Colchester.
The train journey from Beccles to Colchester passes through the picturesque East Anglian countryside, offering views of charming villages, rolling fields, and scenic landscapes, making it a pleasant and scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Beccles to Colchester is feasible. The journey takes 1h 34m and covers 77 km. There are 3 train trips available per day.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Beccles and Colchester

Beccles
Colchester
The major train station for departures in Beccles is Beccles. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Beccles for your trip from Beccles to Colchester.
BecclesParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Beccles station, Station Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9QJ
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: 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 ticket machines note: Ticket machine is located in the car park, and is card only (not cash)
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On each platform
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Beccles
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park Entrance, although, a move to the bus stops at Tesco has been proposed and is awaiting approval. Please check before travel.

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