Lowestoft to Colchester train

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Cheap train tickets from Lowestoft to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 05

Cheapest

$11

Average

$15

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lowestoft to Colchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

06:33AM1h55

Lowestoft

08:28AMColchester

$111One-way

0 transfers

03:06PM2h23

Lowestoft

05:29PMColchester

$171One-way

0 transfers

04:37AM1h53

Lowestoft

06:30AMColchester

$171One-way

0 transfers

Lowestoft to Colchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 5

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Greater Anglia	06:33AM Lowestoft	1h55	08:28AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
Greater Anglia	03:06PM Lowestoft	2h23	05:29PM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
Greater Anglia	04:37AM Lowestoft	1h53	06:30AM Colchester	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Lowestoft to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Dec 05

Fastest Journey

1 h 53 m

Average

2 h 3 m

Trains per day

Distance

87 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Lowestoft for Colchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

04:37AM1h53

Lowestoft

06:30AMColchester

$171One-way

0 transfers

06:33AM1h55

Lowestoft

08:28AMColchester

$111One-way

0 transfers

03:06PM2h23

Lowestoft

05:29PMColchester

$171One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lowestoft to Colchester

Trains from Lowestoft to Colchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€13) if you book in advance.

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

54 miles (87 km)

Average train duration

1h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€13)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 53m

First train

05:24

Last train

21:47

Price information

Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Lowestoft to Colchester trains

For as little as $16 (€14) you can travel by train to Colchester from Lowestoft with Abellio Greater Anglia. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

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.

Train information from Lowestoft to Colchester with Abellio Greater Anglia:

Average Duration: 1 h 51 min
Cheapest Price: $16
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Lowestoft to Colchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft to Colchester.

Cheap train tickets from Lowestoft to Colchester can start from as little as $14 (€13) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lowestoft to Colchester is $20 (€18); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Lowestoft to Colchester train travel time is 1 h 53 min for the 54 mile (87 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lowestoft to Colchester leaves at 5: 24 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lowestoft to Colchester leaves at 9: 47 PM.

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

For the best Lowestoft to Colchester train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Abellio Greater Anglia. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Lowestoft to Colchester to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 47 PM.

A day trip to Colchester from Lowestoft is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Lowestoft to Colchester by train is September.

You have options as you can travel from Lowestoft to Colchester 2 different ways: train or bus.