The cheapest and fastest trains from Ingatestone to Colchester
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ingatestone to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ingatestone to Colchester will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ingatestone for Colchester 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 43 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ingatestone to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ingatestone to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 43 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ingatestone to Colchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Ingatestone to Colchester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:52 Ingatestone | 0h37 | 05:29 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ingatestone to Colchester
Trains from Ingatestone to Colchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 37m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Ingatestone to Colchester trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ingatestone and Colchester from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ingatestone to Colchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ingatestone 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ingatestone and Colchester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:00 - 12:45 Sunday 07:30 - 15:30
- Staff help available: 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 ticket machines note: 1 Accessible Ticket Machine
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets located on platform 1. Steps into toilets
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local Buses from village centre
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop in the car park area by staion
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bays
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all platforms. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Situated by the South entrance, and in the main car park by the North entrance. A secure 134-space cycle compound is also available (key fob required, speak to station staff for availability).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Local Colchester Town service Buses stop near station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus services stop at station entrance adjacent to level crossing
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:15 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: There is a Council managed car park behind the station
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located alongside the ticket office and only open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Onward travel information: Colchester Town Station is around 5 minutes walk from Colchester Bus Station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Town Railway Station Bus Stops (stop B) for planned rail replacement only.
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