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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Wivenhoe
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Nov
- Cheapest price on 15 Nov
- £26
- Average ticket price on 15 Nov
- £26
- Fastest journey on 15 Nov
- 1 h 7 m
- Average journey duration on 15 Nov
- 1 h 7 m
- Trains on 15 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 84 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wivenhoe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wivenhoe will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Fast trains
On Sun 15 Nov, we found 6 trains from London to Wivenhoe, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.
17:38 1h07 London 18:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes18:38 1h07 London 19:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes19:38 1h07 London 20:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes20:38 1h07 London 21:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes21:38 1h07 London 22:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes
17:38 1h07 London 18:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes18:38 1h07 London 19:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes19:38 1h07 London 20:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes20:38 1h07 London 21:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes21:38 1h07 London 22:45 Wivenhoe £26 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Wivenhoe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Wivenhoe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 4m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Frequently asked questions about your London to Wivenhoe trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Wivenhoe.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Wivenhoe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £21.
The train journey from London to Wivenhoe covers a distance of 84 km and takes approximately 1h 4m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London to Wivenhoe is 84 km.
The first train from London to Wivenhoe leaves at 5:23.
The last train from London to Wivenhoe departs at 23:33.
Trains from London to Wivenhoe run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Wivenhoe. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Greater Anglia.
Live departures
London to Wivenhoe train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wivenhoe trains for tomorrow, Sunday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:38 London | 1h07 | 18:45 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:38 London | 1h07 | 19:45 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:38 London | 1h07 | 20:45 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:38 London | 1h07 | 21:45 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:38 London | 1h07 | 22:45 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:38 London | 1h07 | 23:45 Wivenhoe | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Greater Anglia from London to Wivenhoe trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between London and Wivenhoe from £5. 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 4m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£14
Greater Anglia frequency
7 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London and Wivenhoe
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Wivenhoe.
There is no night train service from London to Wivenhoe.
Complete guide to Wivenhoe
Things to do in Wivenhoe
Discover the best of Wivenhoe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wivenhoe trip today.
- Recommended
The Castle Museum
Town-centre museum in nearby Colchester covering local history, decorative arts and changing displays in a former civic building.
- Recommended
Roman Circus Centre
Specialist museum on Roman Britain with major collections and clear interpretation, a strong choice for visitors exploring Essex history from Wivenhoe.
- Must visit
The Quay
Waterside stretch with boats, estuary views and colourful houses, ideal for a relaxed walk and a close look at Wivenhoe’s maritime character.
- Recommended
Wivenhoe Trail
Popular riverside footpath with broad estuary views, birdlife and open skies, excellent for an easy scenic walk from the town centre.
- Recommended
High Street
Historic street climbing from the river, lined with characterful homes and glimpses of old Wivenhoe’s compact urban form.
- Gluten-free
Colchester Oysters
Native Colchester oysters from nearby estuarine beds, prized since Roman times for their clean briny flavour and strong link to the local coast.
- Gluten-free
Smoked Eel
Smoked eel from the Essex coast and rivers, traditionally cured and hot-smoked for a rich oily flavour long tied to local fishing communities.
- Gluten-free
Jellied Eels
Jellied eels, a classic Thames Estuary and Essex dish of chopped eel set in savoury stock. A traditional working-class favourite in the region.
The Black Buoy
Long-established waterfront pub and restaurant serving fish, shellfish and hearty British dishes with estuary views.
The Rose and Crown
Historic quayside pub known for real ale, seafood and British pub classics in a relaxed waterside setting.
The Greyhound
Popular local café and deli for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cakes, with a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere near the quay.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually a little cheaper than major cities, while local rail and bus costs are manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- /
- Day pass
- £5.80
To the city centre
Colchester Town -> Colchester Town
- Distance
- 200 m
- Travel time
- 3 min
- First Essex buses in the Colchester area accept contactless payment, including Apple Pay and Google Pay.
- Tap the same contactless card or device each time on First Essex buses to benefit from Colchester Tap&Cap daily capping.
Plan your visit to Wivenhoe
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Wivenhoe.
The train journey from London to Wivenhoe is moderately scenic, offering views of the Essex countryside, rolling fields, and glimpses of the River Colne as you approach Wivenhoe.
FAQs: London to Wivenhoe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wivenhoe 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 Wivenhoe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from London to Wivenhoe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Wivenhoe.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Wivenhoe
Most London to Wivenhoe trains use the London Liverpool Street to Wivenhoe station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Wivenhoe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Wivenhoe
Which London station do trains to Wivenhoe leave from?
Trains from London to Wivenhoe leave from London Liverpool Street. The station is 3 km from London city centre at London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY.
London Liverpool StreetLondon Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY+44 345 711 4141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth · 11m · £2 · every ~30 min
BusN26, N550, N551 · 22m · £4 · every ~8 min
A8 · 23m · £1 · every ~11 min
76 · 26m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayCentral · 8m · £3 · every ~94 min
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,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 London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £1 · every ~86 min
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WD
City-centre transport
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · £31 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · £15 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · £2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · £3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · £3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · £19 · every ~27 min
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Wivenhoe station do trains from London arrive at?
Trains from London to Wivenhoe arrive at Wivenhoe. Wivenhoe is from Wivenhoe city centre.
WivenhoeWivenhoe station, Station Road, Wivenhoe, Essex, CO7 9DJ+44 345 600 7245
City-centre transport
Getting to Wivenhoe from Wivenhoe city centre
BusC1 · 6m · £4
Wivenhoe train station facilities and services
Wivenhoe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wivenhoe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wivenhoe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wivenhoe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wivenhoe: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wivenhoe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wivenhoe: 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: Located on Platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for London to Wivenhoe
Check train stations information for London and Wivenhoe, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in London that goes to Wivenhoe is London Liverpool Street, and it arrives at Wivenhoe.
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