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Compare bus and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)
Omio recommends booking the train 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 an average ticket price of $53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, while a bus costs an average of $61.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$53 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET):
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) costing on average $61 (€50).
Other travel options to Colchester Town (CET) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 52m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (1h 35m by train vs 1h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $53 (€43) compared to roughly $22 (€18) 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.
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Why should you book London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Tube?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Tube, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET).
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Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)
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Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) if you book in advance.
The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, Tube from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) trainsGreater Anglia, Tube trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Colchester Town (CET) from $42 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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Popular train stations from London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET)
Most London Victoria (VIC) to Colchester Town (CET) trains use the London Liverpool Street to Colchester station pair. Use this guide to compare London Victoria (VIC) and Colchester Town (CET) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: 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.
Getting to Colchester Town from Colchester city centre
Colchester Town train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Colchester Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester Town.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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