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Colchester to Southend-on-Sea Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Colchester to Southend-on-Sea, starting from 29,88 EUR and averaging 29,88 EUR. The entire journey takes no more than 1 год 13 хв. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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22:00 1 год 15 хв, Changes required Colchester	23:15 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
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23:02 1 год 16 хв, Changes required Colchester	00:18 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Colchester to Southend-on-Sea Train Route Details

First train

05:12

Last train

23:02

Departure station

Colchester

Arrival station

Southend-on-Sea

Journey time

1 год 13 хв

Distance

42 km

Price

29,88 EUR*

Train operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester to Southend-on-Sea

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Colchester to Southend-on-Sea during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Colchester to Southend-on-Sea for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Colchester to Southend-on-Sea, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Colchester to Southend-on-Sea ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Colchester to Southend-on-Sea more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Colchester to Southend-on-Sea train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Colchester to Southend-on-Sea Train prices and times

Colchester to Southend-on-Sea Train Route Details