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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Colchester
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Colchester will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bedford for Colchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
7:392h25Bedford10:04Colchester£761One-way0 changes
5:062h11Bedford7:17Colchester£761One-way0 changes- 6:062h11Bedford8:17Colchester£761One-way0 changes
- 6:062h11Bedford8:17Colchester£761One-way0 changes
- 5:062h11Bedford7:17Colchester£761One-way0 changes
- 7:392h25Bedford10:04Colchester£761One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bedford to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 98 km
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£71 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bedford to Colchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bedford to Colchester trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:06 Bedford | 2h11 | 8:17 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 7:16 Bedford | 2h30 | 9:46 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Colchester
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Trains from Bedford to Colchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 3:15 |
Last train 21:40 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Bedford to Colchester trainsThameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Bedford and Colchester from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bedford to Colchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Colchester
Most Bedford to Colchester trains use the Bedford to Colchester station pair, with some services arriving at Hythe (Essex). Use this guide to compare Bedford and Colchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Colchester leave from?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Colchester station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Colchester from Colchester city centre
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Colchester train station facilities and services
Colchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester. ATMs are available at Colchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester: 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.
Getting to Hythe (Essex) from Colchester city centre
Hythe (Essex) is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Hythe (Essex) train station facilities and services
Hythe (Essex) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hythe (Essex): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hythe (Essex): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hythe (Essex): 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.
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