Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) train with Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL)

Showing times and prices for 13 Aug

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

39 m

Average duration

39 m

Trains per day

76

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 £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 76 trains that leave Stratford (London) (SRA) for Colchester station (COL) every day 76 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.

  • Greater AngliaC04648
    9:250h48
    Stratford (London) (SRA)
    10:13Colchester station (COL)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP02948
    5:300h59
    Stratford (London) (SRA)
    6:29Colchester station (COL)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP66912
    6:090h55
    Stratford (London) (SRA)
    7:04Colchester station (COL)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP01307
    18:390h40
    Stratford (London) (SRA)
    19:19Colchester station (COL)
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Greater AngliaP66993
    18:240h51
    Stratford (London) (SRA)
    19:15Colchester station (COL)
    £171One-way
    0 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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Coach

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

1h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

46m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 9m

Average total duration

1h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

Greater Anglia

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National Express

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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, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Greater AngliaP67207
On time
10:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
11:04 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP6694210:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
11:13 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01236
On time
10:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h43
11:20 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01082
On time
10:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h54
11:37 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC04675
On time
11:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
12:04 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC0465111:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
12:14 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP0124511:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h40
12:17 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC04626
On time
11:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h54
12:37 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01341
On time
12:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
13:04 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66950
On time
12:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
13:13 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP0125412:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
13:16 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01087
On time
12:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h54
13:37 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC04678
On time
13:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
14:04 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC0465413:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
14:13 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01263
On time
13:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
14:16 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC04629
On time
13:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h54
14:37 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC04681
On time
14:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
15:04 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC0465714:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
15:14 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01272
On time
14:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h40
15:17 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP0109314:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h54
15:37 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67227
On time
15:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
16:04 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66964
On time
15:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
16:13 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01280
On time
15:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
16:16 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP0109815:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
16:38 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67231
On time
16:10 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
17:05 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP6698016:22 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
17:11 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01102
On time
16:40 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h54
17:34 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66574 · P66984
On time
16:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h56
17:39 Colchester station (COL)		1 change
Greater AngliaP6698416:50 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
17:39 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66984_P6603616:50 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
17:39 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67275
On time
17:10 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
17:58 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP6698817:26 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
18:15 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01110
On time
17:41 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h52
18:33 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66990
On time
17:48 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
18:37 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP6724017:56 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
18:44 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67244
On time
18:11 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h51
19:02 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66993
On time
18:24 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h51
19:15 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01307
On time
18:39 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h40
19:19 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01116
On time
18:41 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h52
19:33 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66997
On time
18:50 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
19:38 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67255
On time
19:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
20:04 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP6700019:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
20:13 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP01313
On time
19:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
20:16 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66039
On time
19:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
20:38 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67259
On time
20:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
21:04 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67004
On time
20:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
21:13 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP0132120:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
21:16 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66045
On time
20:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h53
21:36 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP0112221:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
22:04 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67008
On time
21:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
22:13 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP0132621:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
22:16 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP0112321:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h53
22:36 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP6662922:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h56
23:05 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP67010
On time
22:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
23:13 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Thursday 13 August
Greater AngliaP66640
On time
0:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
1h11
1:36 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP66648
On time
0:53 Stratford (London) (SRA)
1h04
1:57 Colchester station (COL)		0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP029485:30 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h59
6:29 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP669126:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
7:04 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP012086:32 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h46
7:18 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP660336:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h53
7:30 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP671927:11 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h56
8:07 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP669187:24 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
8:13 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP012157:38 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
8:17 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP010717:45 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
8:40 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP671988:10 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h56
9:06 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP669298:24 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h49
9:13 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP012208:38 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
9:17 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP010758:44 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
9:39 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP672039:09 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h55
10:04 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaC046489:25 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h48
10:13 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP012309:37 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h39
10:16 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect
Greater AngliaP010799:43 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h54
10:37 Colchester station (COL)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL)

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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
Learn more about Greater Anglia

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.

FAQs
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 £21.
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)

Most Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester station (COL) trains use the Stratford (London) to Colchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Stratford (London) (SRA) and Colchester station (COL) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Stratford
Arrival train stations in Colchester
Stratford (London)Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Stratford (London) from Stratford city centre

TrainDlr · 2m · £2 · every ~27 min
Bus108 · 6m · £4 · every ~24 min
SubwayJubilee · 3m · £0.90 · every ~63 min

Stratford (London) train station facilities and services

Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): 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.

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