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Colchester to Southend Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Colchester to Southend, starting from AU$52.86 and averaging AU$52.86. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 13 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:33 1 hour 22 minutes, Changes required Colchester	13:55 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
12:43 1 hour 31 minutes, Changes required Colchester	14:14 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
13:12 1 hour 18 minutes, Changes required Colchester	14:30 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
13:33 1 hour 22 minutes, Changes required Colchester	14:55 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
13:43 1 hour 30 minutes, Changes required Colchester	15:13 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
14:12 1 hour 18 minutes, Changes required Colchester	15:30 Paris	Find Tickets

Colchester to Southend Train Route Details

First train

05:12

Last train

23:02

Departure station

Colchester

Arrival station

Southend

Journey time

1 hour 13 minutes

Distance

42 km

Price

AU$52.86*

Train operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester to Southend

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Colchester to Southend. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Colchester to Southend, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Colchester to Southend ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Colchester to Southend train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Colchester to Southend with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Colchester to Southend Train prices and times

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