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Colchester to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Colchester to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as PHP 3,036.15, with average prices for this route around PHP 4,094.63.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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    From PHP 3,747.86
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    From PHP 3,036.15
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:41
Colchester
09:05
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 24m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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05:12
Colchester
09:19
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 7m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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05:40
Colchester
10:47
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 7m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaLNERTransPennine Express
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05:40
Colchester
11:02
Manchester Victoria
5h 22m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaLNERNorthern
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05:40
Colchester
11:35
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 55m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaEast Midlands Railway
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06:00
Colchester
09:44
Paris
3h 44m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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Colchester to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:41
Last train
Last train
23:02
Departure station
Departure station
Colchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
3h 44m
Distance
Distance
276 km
Price
Price
PHP 3,036.15*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Colchester to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Manchester, 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%

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 Manchester 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

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 Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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