Manchester to Colchester train

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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Nov 14

Cheapest

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

Avanti West Coast
07:55AM3h51
Manchester
11:46AMColchester
$1001One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
03:15PM3h58
Manchester
07:13PMColchester
$1261One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
09:35AM3h44
Manchester
01:19PMColchester
$1311One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
07:43AM6h31
Manchester
02:14PMColchester
$1351One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
04:55AM3h51
Manchester
08:46AMColchester
$3041One-way
0 transfers

Manchester to Colchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West Coast09:35AM Manchester3h44 01:19PM Colchester0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast07:55AM Manchester3h51 11:46AM Colchester0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast07:43AM Manchester6h31 02:14PM Colchester0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast03:15PM Manchester3h58 07:13PM Colchester0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast07:35AM Manchester3h42 11:17AM Colchester0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Manchester to Colchester

Showing times and prices for Nov 14

Fastest Journey

3 h 42 m

Average

4 h 16 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

276 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Colchester every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West Coast
07:35AM3h42
Manchester
11:17AMColchester
$3241One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
09:35AM3h44
Manchester
01:19PMColchester
$1311One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
07:55AM3h51
Manchester
11:46AMColchester
$1001One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
04:55AM3h51
Manchester
08:46AMColchester
$3041One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
03:15PM3h58
Manchester
07:13PMColchester
$1261One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Colchester

Trains from Manchester to Colchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€63) but you can travel from only $24 (€21) 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 $24 (€21)
Distance
170 miles (275 km)
Average train duration
4h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
$71 (€63)
Trains per day
5
Train providers
2
Fastest train
3h 41m
First train
03:43
Last train
21:27
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 $24 (€21)

Train companies: Virgin Trains and East Midlands Trains from Manchester to Colchester trains

Buy your official Virgin Trains and East Midlands Trains train tickets between Manchester and Colchester from $46 (€41) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Manchester to Colchester train information with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 42 min
  • Cheapest Price: $46
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Colchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester 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 Manchester to Colchester.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Colchester can start from as little as $71 (€63) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Colchester is $156 (€138); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester to Colchester train travel time is 3 h 41 min   for the 171 mile (275 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Colchester leaves at 3: 43 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Colchester leaves at 9: 27 PM.
There are 5 trains a day from Manchester to Colchester which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Colchester. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester to Colchester.
For the journey from Manchester to Colchester you can take a train with Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Trains. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Colchester from Manchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 27 PM.
A trip to Colchester from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 41 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Colchester by train is December.
You have options as you can travel to Colchester from Manchester 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

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