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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET)
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
2 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 2 trains that leave Colchester station (COL) for Colchester Town (CET) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 2 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 37 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.
18:150h26Colchester station (COL)18:41Colchester Town (CET)£31One-way0 changes- 6:300h37Colchester station (COL)7:07Colchester Town (CET)£31One-way0 changes
- 18:150h26Colchester station (COL)18:41Colchester Town (CET)£31One-way0 changes
- 6:300h37Colchester station (COL)7:07Colchester Town (CET)£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £2.
Distance: 2 km
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
38m Average total duration 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration Fastest 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:35 Colchester station (COL) | 0h12 | 17:47 Colchester Town (CET) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:15 Colchester station (COL) | 0h26 | 18:41 Colchester Town (CET) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:57 Colchester station (COL) | 0h07 | 19:04 Colchester Town (CET) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| 6:30 Colchester station (COL) | 0h37 | 7:07 Colchester Town (CET) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET)
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Trains from Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 2 km distance in 7m.
Distance 2 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 20:10 |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia from Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester station (COL) and Colchester Town (CET) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester station (COL) to Colchester Town (CET) 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 Town (CET), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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