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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Colchester to Cambridge, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Colchester to Cambridge Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Colchester to Cambridge, starting from €13.65 and averaging €59.94. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 42 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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21:00
2 hours 32 minutes, Changes required
Colchester
23:32
Cambridge
Greater AngliaGreat Northern
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21:00
2 hours 50 minutes, Changes required
Colchester
23:50
Cambridge
Greater Anglia
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21:12
2 hours 38 minutes, Changes required
Colchester
23:50
Cambridge
Greater Anglia
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21:28
2 hours 34 minutes, Changes required
Colchester
00:02
+1
Cambridge
Greater AngliaGreat Northern
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21:33
2 hours 36 minutes, Changes required
Colchester
00:09
+1
Cambridge
Greater Anglia
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21:43
2 hours 26 minutes, Changes required
Colchester
00:09
+1
Paris
Greater Anglia
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Colchester to Cambridge Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:19
Last train
Last train
23:02
Departure station
Departure station
Colchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cambridge
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 42 minutes
Distance
Distance
63 km
Price
Price
€13.65*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester to Cambridge

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 Cambridge can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 Cambridge 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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Cambridge, 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%

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 Cambridge 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

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 Cambridge 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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