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Compare train and coach for Bishop's Stortford to Colchester
The cheapest option from Bishop's Stortford to Colchester is coach, with an average price of £11. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bishop's Stortford to Colchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 51 km
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2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest option 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bishop's Stortford to Colchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bishop's Stortford to Colchester trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:34 Bishop's Stortford | 1h42 | 9:16 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bishop's Stortford to Colchester
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Bishop's Stortford to Colchester, including direct trains, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Lowest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 23:09 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from Bishop's Stortford to Colchester trainsGreater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between Bishop's Stortford and Colchester from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bishop's Stortford to Colchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bishop's Stortford 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 Bishop's Stortford and Colchester
Most Bishop's Stortford to Colchester trains use the Bishop's Stortford to Colchester station pair, with some services arriving at Hythe (Essex). Use this guide to compare Bishop's Stortford and Colchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bishop's Stortford station do trains to Colchester leave from?
Getting to Bishop's Stortford from Bishop's Stortford city centre
Bishop's Stortford train station facilities and services
Bishop's Stortford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bishop's Stortford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bishop's Stortford. ATMs are available at Bishop's Stortford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bishop's Stortford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bishop's Stortford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bishop's Stortford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bishop's Stortford: 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Colchester station do trains from Bishop's Stortford 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.
Getting to Colchester Town from Colchester city centre
Colchester Town train station facilities and services
Colchester Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, 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 Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester Town: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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