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London Paddington to Colchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Paddington to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £42.30, with average prices for this route around £42.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
15:52 London Paddington	17:11 Colchester	1h 19m, Changes required	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:03 London Paddington	17:17 Colchester	1h 14m, Changes required	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:12 London Paddington	17:34 Colchester	1h 22m, Changes required	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:22 London Paddington	17:58 Colchester	1h 36m, Direct		Find Tickets
16:24 London Paddington	17:39 Colchester	1h 15m, Changes required	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:37 London Paddington	18:15 Paris	1h 38m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

London Paddington to Colchester Train Route Details

First train

00:22

Last train

23:59

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

1h 4m

Distance

86 km

Price

£42.30*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Colchester

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Paddington and Colchester, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Paddington to Colchester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Paddington 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 London Paddington 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Paddington to Colchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 London Paddington to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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

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