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Compare train for Romford to Colchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford to Colchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, while a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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You'll arrive about 21m sooner (49m by train vs 1h 10m by car). Tickets start at around €31 compared to roughly €28 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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How to get from Romford to Colchester by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Romford to Colchester is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:40 AM 0h59 Romford 8:39 AM Colchester €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:40 AM 0h59 Romford 8:39 AM Colchester €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:21 AM 0h52 Romford 8:13 AM Colchester €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Romford and Colchester as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Romford station (RMF) and arrive in Colchester station (COL).
- Buses mostly depart from London, Stratford City Bus Station and arrive in Colchester, Stanwell Street (Bus station).
- Travel with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line to go to Colchester by train.
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