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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochester to Colchester
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester to Colchester will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rochester for Colchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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 Rochester to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 62 km
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1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rochester to Colchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester to Colchester trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:44 Rochester | 2h20 | 09:04 Colchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochester to Colchester
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Trains from Rochester to Colchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 16:30 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Rochester to Colchester trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Rochester and Colchester from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rochester to Colchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester 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 Rochester and Colchester
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Lounge
Lost and Found Office
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:45 - 13:25 Sunday Closed Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to booking hall from front of station. Step free access via lift in the subway to platform 1 for services towards London. Step free access to platform 2/3 for services away from London via lift from the subway. Stepped access to all platforms via staircases from subway.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall in subway
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Gillingham: Bus stop on the station side of Corporation Street. Towards Strood: Bus stop on the opposite side of Corporation Street.
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DiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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
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