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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL)
Showing times and prices for 29 Jun
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
87
Distance
74 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Fast trains
Of the 87 trains that leave Stratford (London) (SRA) for Colchester station (COL) every day 75 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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.
P012157:380h39Stratford (London) (SRA)8:17Colchester station (COL)£101One-way0 changes- P012086:320h46Stratford (London) (SRA)7:18Colchester station (COL)£131One-way0 changes
- P660336:370h53Stratford (London) (SRA)7:30Colchester station (COL)£141One-way0 changes
- P669126:090h55Stratford (London) (SRA)7:04Colchester station (COL)£141One-way0 changes
- P669187:240h49Stratford (London) (SRA)8:13Colchester station (COL)£171One-way0 changes
- P012309:370h39Stratford (London) (SRA)10:16Colchester station (COL)£171One-way0 changes
- P0125412:370h39Stratford (London) (SRA)13:16Colchester station (COL)£211One-way0 changes
- P0126313:370h39Stratford (London) (SRA)14:16Colchester station (COL)£211One-way0 changes
- P0131319:370h39Stratford (London) (SRA)20:16Colchester station (COL)£251One-way0 changes
- P0132120:370h39Stratford (London) (SRA)21:16Colchester station (COL)£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 74 km
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) trains for today, Sunday 28 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P01351 | On time 6:52 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 7:48 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01645 | On time 8:07 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h06 | 9:13 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01222 | On time 8:22 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h54 | 9:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66916 | On time 8:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h01 | 9:38 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67194 | On time 9:07 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h04 | 10:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01232 | On time 9:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h43 | 10:20 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66920 | On time 9:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h55 | 10:40 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01339 | On time 10:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 11:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01238 | On time 10:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 11:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66924 | On time 10:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 11:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67205 | On time 11:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 12:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01247 | On time 11:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 12:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66926 | On time 11:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 12:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67209 | On time 12:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 13:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01256 | On time 12:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 13:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66931 | On time 12:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 13:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67213 | On time 13:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 14:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01265 | On time 13:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 14:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66934 | On time 13:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 14:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67217 | On time 14:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 15:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01274 | On time 14:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 15:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66940 | On time 14:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 15:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67221 | On time 15:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 16:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01282 | On time 15:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 16:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66944 | 15:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 16:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67225 | On time 16:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 17:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01290 | On time 16:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 17:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66948 | 16:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 17:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67229 | On time 17:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 18:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01299 | On time 17:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 18:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66952 | On time 17:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 18:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67233 | On time 18:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 19:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01309 | On time 18:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 19:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66956 | On time 18:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 19:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67235 | On time 19:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 20:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01315 | On time 19:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 20:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66961 | On time 19:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 20:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66038 | On time 20:07 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h46 | 20:53 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67238 | On time 20:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 21:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01323 | 20:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 21:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66966 | On time 20:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 21:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67241 | On time 21:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 22:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01328 | On time 21:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h39 | 22:16 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66970 | On time 21:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 22:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67245 | On time 22:15 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h56 | 23:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01331 | On time 22:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h43 | 23:20 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66973 | On time 22:45 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 23:36 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67249 | On time 23:07 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h04 | 0:11 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01335 | On time 23:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h47 | 0:24 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66608 | On time 23:41 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h54 | 0:35 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66613 | On time 0:09 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h06 | 1:15 Colchester station (COL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 39m.
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
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Stratford (London) (SRA) and Colchester station (COL) from £10. 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 Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
£10
Greater Anglia frequency
10 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
FAQs: Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) 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 station (COL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) covers a distance of 74 km and takes approximately 39m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) is 74 km.
The first train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) leaves at 5:32.
The last train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) departs at 23:25.
Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL).
Yes, there is a direct train between Stratford (London) (SRA) and Colchester station (COL). The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Greater Anglia.
To get from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL).
The cheapest way to get from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) is by train, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stratford (London) to Colchester offers a mix of urban and rural views, transitioning from the bustling cityscape of London to the more serene countryside of Essex, providing a pleasant change of scenery.
Yes, a day trip from Stratford (London) to Colchester is feasible. The journey takes 39m, with trains running 9 times per day, covering a distance of 74 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL).
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Important Stations and Airports in Stratford (London) (SRA) and Colchester station (COL)
Stratford
Colchester
The major train station for departures in Stratford is Stratford (London). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stratford (London) for your trip from Stratford to Colchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
- 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: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
Public transport options for Stratford (London)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
The major train station for arrivals in Colchester is Colchester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester for your journey to Colchester from Stratford.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bays
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Colchester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
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