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Compare train for Peterborough to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $97 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $97, while a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$97 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $97 compared to roughly $31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-65.75. The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Peterborough to Colchester by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Peterborough to Colchester is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:49 AM2h27Peterborough11:16 AMColchester$501One-way0 transfers
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- 8:49 AM2h27Peterborough11:16 AMColchester$501One-way0 transfers
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- 8:49 AM2h27Peterborough11:16 AMColchester$501One-way0 transfers
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Travel 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 Peterborough to Colchester.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Peterborough and Colchester as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Peterborough station (PBO) and arrive in Colchester station (COL).
- Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia to go to Colchester by train.
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