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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET)
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$17
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$25
Fastest journey on Aug 29
51 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
51 m
Trains on Aug 29
12
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET) will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 12 trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET), including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 51 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.
P01298 · P016105:37 PM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)6:28 PMColchester Town (CET)$171One-way1 transfer- P01314 · P016237:37 PM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)8:28 PMColchester Town (CET)$171One-way1 transfer
- P01308 · P016166:37 PM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)7:28 PMColchester Town (CET)$171One-way1 transfer
- P01231 · P015429:37 AM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)10:28 AMColchester Town (CET)$171One-way1 transfer
- P01237 · P0154910:37 AM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)11:28 AMColchester Town (CET)$191One-way1 transfer
- P01298 · P016105:37 PM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)6:28 PMColchester Town (CET)$171One-way1 transfer
- P01314 · P016237:37 PM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)8:28 PMColchester Town (CET)$171One-way1 transfer
- P01237 · P0154910:37 AM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)11:28 AMColchester Town (CET)$191One-way1 transfer
- P01308 · P016166:37 PM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)7:28 PMColchester Town (CET)$171One-way1 transfer
- P01231 · P015429:37 AM0h51Stratford (London) (SRA)10:28 AMColchester Town (CET)$171One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, while a bus costs an average of $44.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET):
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET) costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Colchester Town (CET) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 39m.
The journey is about 14m faster (57m by train vs 1h 11m by car) and roughly $14 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($23 (€19) vs $37 (€30)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET) trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P01280 · P01588 | On time 3:37 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 4:28 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P01098 | On time 3:43 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h10 | 4:53 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| F24807 · P01598 | On time 4:10 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h07 | 5:17 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P66980 · P01600 | On time 4:22 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h21 | 5:43 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P66980_P01602 | 4:22 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h11 | 5:33 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01102 | On time 4:40 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h13 | 5:53 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66984 · P01605 | On time 4:50 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h13 | 6:03 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P66988 · P01609 | On time 5:26 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h00 | 6:26 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P01110 | On time 5:41 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h09 | 6:50 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66990 · P01110 | On time 5:48 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h02 | 6:50 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P67240 · P01613 | On time 5:56 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h08 | 7:04 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P67244 · P01615 | On time 6:11 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h07 | 7:18 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P66993 · P01617 | On time 6:24 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h16 | 7:40 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P01116 | On time 6:41 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h10 | 7:51 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66997 · P01116 | On time 6:50 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h01 | 7:51 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P67255 · P01622 | On time 7:09 PM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h11 | 8:20 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| P01231 · P01542 | 9:37 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 10:28 AM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P01080 | 9:43 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h04 | 10:47 AM Colchester Town (CET) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01237 · P01549 | 10:37 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 11:28 AM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P01081 | 10:43 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h04 | 11:47 AM Colchester Town (CET) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01246 · P01556 | 11:37 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0h51 | 12:28 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 1 transfer | |
| P01084 | 11:43 AM Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1h04 | 12:47 PM Colchester Town (CET) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 51m.
Distance 45 miles (73 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 7:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET) trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Stratford (London) (SRA) and Colchester Town (CET) from $10 (€8). 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET)
Most Stratford (London) (SRA) to Colchester Town (CET) trains use the Stratford (London) to Colchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Stratford (London) (SRA) and Colchester Town (CET) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Stratford (London) from Stratford city centre
Stratford (London) train station facilities and services
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Most popular train connections from Stratford (London) (SRA)
Most popular trains to and from Colchester Town (CET) and Stratford (London) (SRA)
Most popular train connections to Colchester Town (CET)
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