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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 €29.90 and averaging €29.90. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 11m. 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
20:43 1h 30m, Changes required Colchester	22:13 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
21:12 1h 18m, Changes required Colchester	22:30 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
21:33 1h 17m, Changes required Colchester	22:50 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
22:00 1h 13m, Changes required Colchester	23:13 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
22:12 1h 34m, Changes required Colchester	23:46 Southend Victoria	Find Tickets
23:02 1h 14m, Changes required Colchester	00:16 +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

1h 11m

Distance

42 km

Price

€29.90*

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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Colchester to Southend-on-Sea, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving 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-on-Sea 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-on-Sea train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Colchester to Southend-on-Sea Train prices and times

Colchester to Southend-on-Sea Train Route Details