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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Colchester
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Colchester will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.
Of the 3 trains that leave Middlesbrough for Colchester 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 331 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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 Middlesbrough to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 331 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£96 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Middlesbrough to Colchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Colchester trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:48 Middlesbrough | 6h11 | 10:59 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Colchester
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Trains from Middlesbrough to Colchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 331 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 331 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 18:48 |
FAQs: Middlesbrough to Colchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough and Colchester
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to the platform via gently sloping ramp
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be found at the hospital
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pickup / Drop Off Point at the bus stop on Marton Road - outside the main entrance to the hospital
Parking
DiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: None available. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick/Up Drop Off on road at entrance to lane leading to station.
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- 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 the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- 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
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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.
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- 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
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