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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 2 trains that leave Colchester for London Gatwick Airport 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 110 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.
5:142h00Colchester7:14London Gatwick Airport£421One-way0 changes- 8:132h01Colchester10:14London Gatwick Airport£671One-way0 changes
- 5:142h00Colchester7:14London Gatwick Airport£421One-way0 changes
- 8:132h01Colchester10:14London Gatwick Airport£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Colchester to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 110 km
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2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colchester to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:14 Colchester | 2h00 | 7:14 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:13 Colchester | 2h01 | 10:14 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Colchester to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 12:33. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 12:33 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, Thameslink from Colchester to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreater Anglia, Thameslink trains will get you between Colchester and London Gatwick Airport from £24. 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 to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and London Gatwick Airport
Most Colchester to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Colchester to London Liverpool Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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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