How much does a train ticket cost from Colchester to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Colchester to London start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £43. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Colchester to London?

The average train journey time from Colchester to London is 1h 3m, covering a distance of 50 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 47m and is operated by Greater Anglia .

Which train operators serve the Colchester to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Colchester to London?

The earliest train from Colchester to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:03.

Train Colchester to London from £12

Next train departures

Next departures from Colchester to London on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Colchester	47m	08:17	London Liverpool Street	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Colchester	47m	07:47	London Liverpool Street	Fastest
Train	07:00	Colchester	47m	07:47	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:12	Colchester	1h 2m	08:14	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:33	Colchester	58m	08:31	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures from Colchester to London on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:54	Colchester	47m	08:41	London Liverpool Street	CheapestFastest
Train	07:26	Colchester	1h 7m	08:33	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:54	Colchester	47m	08:41	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:02	Colchester	1h	09:02	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:30	Colchester	1h 6m	09:36	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures from Colchester to London on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:02	Colchester	49m	16:51	London Liverpool Street	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Colchester	47m	15:47	London Liverpool Street	Fastest
Train	07:01	Colchester	1h 9m	08:10	Tottenham Hale	No tags
Train	07:01	Colchester	1h 9m	08:10	Tottenham Hale	No tags
Train	07:01	Colchester	1h 9m	08:10	Tottenham Hale	No tags

Next departures from Colchester to London on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Colchester	47m	15:47	London Liverpool Street	CheapestFastest
Train	07:01	Colchester	53m	07:54	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:01	Colchester	53m	07:54	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:04	Colchester	1h 7m	08:11	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:14	Colchester	1h	08:14	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:39 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Colchester to London

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 3 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day

1h 3mAverage duration

50 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £38	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £150	Average duration1h 3m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Greater Anglia

4/521 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.8

Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Greater Anglia ticket prices on this trip start at £12

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Colchester to London by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Colchester to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Colchester to London start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £43. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Colchester to London?
The average train journey time from Colchester to London is 1h 3m, covering a distance of 50 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 47m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators serve the Colchester to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Colchester to London?
The earliest train from Colchester to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

No data

11/12

£41

Today

£40

13/12

£12

14/12

£12

15/12

£16

16/12

£15

17/12

£18

The cheapest trip from Colchester to London was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Colchester to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £12 to £142 for a train ticket from Colchester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-13.