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Royal Armouries Museum
The National Museum of Arms and Armour with major collections of historic weapons, armour, and live demonstrations. One of Leeds’s best-known cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Leeds will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from Colchester to Leeds without transferring at least once.
P01307 · P76025+
G08160
P67275 · P02144+
G00990+
C02124
P01220 · P01500+
G08100
P01208 · P76008+
G08088
P01252+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+
C02082
P76006+
C02087
P01223+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+
C02135
P67125+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+
C02098
P67143+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+
C02112
P01210+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+
C02169Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 166 miles (268 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Colchester to Leeds:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colchester to Leeds costing on average $78 (€64).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 27m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (3h 26m by train vs 3h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $78 (€64) compared to roughly $72 (€59) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Leeds trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:17 PM Colchester | 6h05 | 8:22 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:17 PM Colchester | 6h05 | 9:22 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Colchester | 3h50 | 8:50 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Colchester | 4h33 | 9:50 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Colchester | 4h37 | 10:37 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
P02947+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02149 | 4:41 AM Colchester station (COL) | 4h09 | 8:50 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P76035+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02087 | 5:11 AM Colchester station (COL) | 4h10 | 9:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P76006+ C02087 | 5:40 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h41 | 9:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
P76919+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02083 | 5:44 AM Colchester station (COL) | 4h05 | 9:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
C03885+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02083 | 6:00 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h49 | 9:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
C03887+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ G08084 | 6:31 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h51 | 10:22 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01210+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02169 | 7:01 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h48 | 10:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01208 · P76008+ G08088 | 7:20 AM Colchester station (COL) | 4h01 | 11:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01213+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ G08088 | 7:31 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h50 | 11:21 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01223+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02135 | 8:02 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h47 | 11:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01228+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ G08095 | 8:31 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h53 | 12:24 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
C04659+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02071 | 8:54 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h56 | 12:50 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01220 · P01500+ G08100 | 9:18 AM Colchester station (COL) | 4h03 | 1:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01239+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ G08100 | 9:30 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h51 | 1:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01244+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02121 | 10:00 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h49 | 1:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01248+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ G08106 | 10:30 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h51 | 2:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01252+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02082 | 11:00 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h49 | 2:49 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P01257+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ G08112 | 11:30 AM Colchester station (COL) | 3h51 | 3:21 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Colchester to Leeds run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€39) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:11, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 166 miles (268 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 166 miles (268 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€39) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 2:11 AM |
Last train 9:43 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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The National Museum of Arms and Armour with major collections of historic weapons, armour, and live demonstrations. One of Leeds’s best-known cultural attractions.
The city’s leading public art gallery, known for British painting, sculpture, and modern art in a landmark central building.
A family-friendly museum covering natural history, archaeology, ancient worlds, and the history of Leeds in Millennium Square.
Leeds’s most famous shopping arcade district, known for ornate architecture, stained glass, and a polished city-centre atmosphere.
The city centre’s best-known shopping and walking street, lined with historic arcades and busy throughout the day.
One of Europe’s largest urban parks, offering lakes, landscaped gardens, and expansive green space popular with locals.
A baked batter pudding long associated with Yorkshire, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy as part of a Sunday roast.
A historic Yorkshire dessert tart made with curd cheese, eggs, sugar, and spices, with roots in the region’s baking traditions.
A crumbly Yorkshire cheese often eaten with fruit cake or chutney, celebrated as one of the county’s best-known traditional products.
A popular casual spot pairing Indian street food with craft beer, known for lively atmosphere and strong vegetarian options.
An established Leeds favorite for South Indian and Kerala cooking, praised for flavorful curries and warm service.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Leeds known for creative tasting menus and a theatrical, modern atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than London. Hotels vary, while everyday food, transport, and drinks are mid-priced for UK city travel.
Service charge is not usually added outside some upscale venues. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in pubs and cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Colchester to Leeds trains use the Colchester to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Colchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Colchester.
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester. ATMs are available at Colchester.
Ticket office support is available at Colchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Colchester: Parking, WC.
Available at Colchester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester: 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.
Colchester Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Colchester Town.
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester Town.
Ticket office support is available at Colchester Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Colchester Town: Parking, WC.
Available at Colchester Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester Town: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Hythe (Essex) is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Hythe (Essex) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hythe (Essex): Parking.
Available at Hythe (Essex): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hythe (Essex): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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