8:381h39Harlow10:17Colchester£271One-way0 changes
8:381h39Harlow10:17Colchester£271One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Harlow to Colchester
The cheapest option from Harlow to Colchester is coach, with an average price of £23. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Harlow to Colchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 56 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£50 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest option |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harlow to Colchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Harlow to Colchester trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:27 Harlow | 1h46 | 8:13 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harlow to Colchester
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Harlow to Colchester, including direct trains, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Lowest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from Harlow to Colchester trainsGreater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between Harlow and Colchester from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Harlow to Colchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harlow 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 Harlow and Colchester
Most Harlow to Colchester trains use the Harlow Town to Colchester station pair, with some services arriving at Hythe (Essex). Use this guide to compare Harlow and Colchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Harlow station do trains to Colchester leave from?
Getting to Harlow Town from Harlow city centre
Harlow Town is 1 km from Harlow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harlow Town train station facilities and services
Harlow Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harlow Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harlow Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harlow Town. 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 Harlow Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harlow Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harlow 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Harlow Mill from Harlow city centre
Harlow Mill is 2 km from Harlow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harlow Mill train station facilities and services
Harlow Mill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harlow Mill.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harlow Mill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harlow Mill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Harlow Mill: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Which Colchester station do trains from Harlow 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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