London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)

Showing times and prices for Nov 08

Cheapest price

$27

Average price

$27

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

84 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Colchester Town (CET) on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.

Abellio Greater Anglia
08:18AM1h45
London Victoria (VIC)
10:03AMColchester Town (CET)
$271One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €22, and a bus costs an average of €24.

Distance: 52 miles (84 km)

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Train
Most popular
Bus

€22

Average price

Cheapest

€33

Average price

2h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 18m

Average total duration

2h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Abellio Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

National Express

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Live departures

London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:44 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
assertis_tubeTube from London Victoria to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY09408 · Y83007
On time
6:13 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h50
8:03 AM Colchester Town (CET)
2 transfers
assertis_tubeTube from London Victoria to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY09034
On time
6:49 AM London Victoria (VIC)
2h01
8:50 AM Colchester Town (CET)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Victoria to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY09414 · Y09743
On time
7:18 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h45
9:03 AM Colchester Town (CET)
2 transfers
assertis_tubeTube from London Victoria to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY09416 · Y09746
On time
7:48 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h40
9:28 AM Colchester Town (CET)
2 transfers
assertis_tubeTube from London Victoria to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY09040
On time
7:54 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h55
9:49 AM Colchester Town (CET)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Victoria to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY09422 · Y09751
On time
8:18 AM London Victoria (VIC)
1h45
10:03 AM Colchester Town (CET)
2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) by bus or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)

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United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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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
52 miles (84 km)
Average train duration
1h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
$27 (€22)
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
1h 45m
First train
08:18
Last train
08:18

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) start from as low as $27 (€22) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $27 (€22) depending on the train type and class.
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: Abellio Greater Anglia from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Colchester Town (CET) from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio 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
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
$27 (€22)
Abellio 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

FAQs: Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) 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 Town (CET), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The distance by train from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) is 52 miles (84 km).
Yes, a day trip from London Victoria to Colchester Town is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 45m and a distance of 52 miles (84 km). There are 11 trains available per day.
The train journey from London Victoria to Colchester Town offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including glimpses of the River Colne and the rolling landscapes of Essex, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Train ticket prices from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $27 (€22), while the average price is around $27 (€22).
The train from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) takes 1h 45m and runs 11 per day.
The cheapest way to get from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) is by train, with a cost of around $27 (€22).
There is no high speed train available from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET).
The last train from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) leaves at 8:18 AM.
The first train from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) leaves at 8:18 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET).
Yes, you can take the train from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)

London
Colchester
The major train station for departures in London is London Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Victoria for your trip from London to Colchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
  • Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Victoria
  • Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
  • Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line

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