Canterbury to Colchester train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Canterbury to Colchester

Trains from Canterbury to Colchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€71) but you can travel from only $21 (€19) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€19)

Distance

42 miles (68 km)

Average train duration

3h 23m

Cheapest ticket price

$78 (€71)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 59m

First train

04:10

Last train

22:30

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€19)

Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Colchester trains

You can travel by train from Canterbury to Colchester with Southeastern for as low as $74 (€68). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.

Southeastern from Canterbury to Colchester train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 32 min
Cheapest Price: $74
Southeastern frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Colchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Canterbury to Colchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Canterbury to Colchester.

Cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Colchester can start from as little as $78 (€71) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Canterbury to Colchester is $79 (€73); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Canterbury to Colchester train travel time is 1 h 59 min for the 42 mile (68 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Canterbury to Colchester leaves at 3: 43 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Canterbury to Colchester leaves at 10: 43 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Canterbury to Colchester which require at least one change with Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Canterbury to Colchester train with Southeastern. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Canterbury and Colchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 43 PM.

A day trip to Colchester from Canterbury is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 59 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Canterbury to Colchester by train is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Colchester from Canterbury including taking a bus or train.