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The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£68
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 51 m
Trains on 18 Sept
12
Distance
104 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Fast trains
To travel from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least one change.
P66035+
C373299:131h53Colchester station (COL)11:06Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£541One-way1 change- C04685+C38347 · C369489:011h51Colchester station (COL)10:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£541One-way2 changes
- C04661+C369488:541h58Colchester station (COL)10:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£541One-way1 change
- P01228+C369238:311h51Colchester station (COL)10:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£561One-way1 change
- P01223+C368938:021h50Colchester station (COL)9:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£561One-way1 change
- P01223+C368938:021h50Colchester station (COL)9:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£561One-way1 change
- P01228+C369238:311h51Colchester station (COL)10:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£561One-way1 change
- C04685+C38347 · C369489:011h51Colchester station (COL)10:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£541One-way2 changes
- P66957+C372998:091h52Colchester station (COL)10:01Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£761One-way1 change
- P66035+C373299:131h53Colchester station (COL)11:06Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£541One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Colchester to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, while a coach costs an average of £34.
Distance: 104 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport is a train with an average price of £31.
This is compared to other travel options from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £34.
The fastest way to travel from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 34m.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 42m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Colchester and London Heathrow Airport including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 10m faster (1h 34m by train vs 1h 44m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£31 vs £34). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Colchester to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P01223+C36893 | 8:02 Colchester station (COL) | 1h50 | 9:52 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
P01223+C36893+ W10610 | 8:02 Colchester station (COL) | 1h59 | 10:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| P66957+C37299 | 8:09 Colchester station (COL) | 1h52 | 10:01 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| C37299+P66957 | 8:09 Colchester station (COL) | 1h57 | 10:06 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 change | |
| P01228+C36923 | 8:31 Colchester station (COL) | 1h51 | 10:22 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| P01228+C36923+W10616 | 8:31 Colchester station (COL) | 2h00 | 10:31 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| P66962+C37315 | 8:34 Colchester station (COL) | 2h02 | 10:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 change | |
| P66962+C37315 | 8:34 Colchester station (COL) | 1h56 | 10:30 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| C04661+C36948 | 8:54 Colchester station (COL) | 1h58 | 10:52 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 change | |
| C04685+C38347 · C36948 | 9:01 Colchester station (COL) | 1h51 | 10:52 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| C04685+C38347+W10622 | 9:01 Colchester station (COL) | 2h00 | 11:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| P66035+C37329 | 9:13 Colchester station (COL) | 1h53 | 11:06 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 change | |
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Greater Anglia as well as Elizabeth line offer trains services from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 13:00. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 30m.
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
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 13:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreater Anglia, Elizabeth line trains will get you between Colchester and London Heathrow Airport from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Greater Anglia Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£17
Greater Anglia frequency
25 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
What's included in each class
Compare Greater Anglia classes and the amenities included in each one.
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Elizabeth line
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
£17
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
FAQs: Colchester to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train journey from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 104 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 25 per day.
The train distance from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport is 104 km.
The first train from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 7:00.
The last train from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport departs at 13:00.
Trains from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 25 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport.
To get from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport is by train, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport is not particularly known for being scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas with views of the countryside limited to certain sections.
Yes, a day trip from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 30m and the distance is 104 km. Trains run 22 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Colchester to London Heathrow Airport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and London Heathrow Airport
Most Colchester to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Colchester to London Liverpool Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Colchester
Arrival train stations in London
ColchesterColchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Colchester from Colchester city centre
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainClacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street, Clacton-on-Sea - Colchester, Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street, Colchester Town - Colchester, Walton-on-the-Naze - Colchester · 8m · £0.90 · every ~5 min
Bus2A, 68, 87, 53, 53A, 52, 51, X20 · 6m · £2 · every ~31 min
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.
Colchester TownColchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
City-centre transport
Getting to Colchester Town from Colchester city centre
Bus43 · 1m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
68, 55, 68A · 1m · £3 · every ~4 min
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.
Hythe (Essex)Hythe station, Station Road, Hythe, Essex, CO2 8JR
City-centre transport
Getting to Hythe (Essex) from Colchester city centre
Hythe (Essex) is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainColchester - Clacton-on-Sea, Colchester - Walton-on-the-Naze · 4m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus54 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
54 · 11m · £3 · every ~11 min
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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