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Bolton to Colchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bolton to Colchester, starting from £52.00 and averaging £52.00. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 14m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
16:54 Bolton	21:16 Colchester	4h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:21 Bolton	22:14 Colchester	4h 53m, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:32 Bolton	22:14 Colchester	4h 42m, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:36 Bolton	22:38 Colchester	5h 2m, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:54 Bolton	22:46 Colchester	4h 52m, Changes required	Find Tickets
18:21 Bolton	23:18 Paris	4h 57m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bolton to Colchester Train Route Details

First train

00:23

Last train

19:32

Departure station

Bolton

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

4h 14m

Distance

293 km

Price

£52.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Bolton to Colchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Bolton to Colchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bolton to Colchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bolton to Colchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Bolton to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Save money on your trip from Bolton to Colchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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