The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG) 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 Manningtree station (MNG) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 trains that leave Colchester station (COL) for Manningtree station (MNG) 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 12 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.






Travel Information
Compare train for Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 12 km
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£8 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG) trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:47 Colchester station (COL) | 0h08 | 06:55 Manningtree station (MNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:17 Colchester station (COL) | 0h08 | 09:25 Manningtree station (MNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG)
Trains from Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 7m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 22:26 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester station (COL) and Manningtree station (MNG) from £7. 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 Manningtree station (MNG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester station (COL) to Manningtree station (MNG) 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 Manningtree station (MNG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

