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Colchester Town to Shelford (Cambs) Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Colchester Town to Shelford (Cambs)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €27.29, with average prices for this route around €60.42. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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17:30
2 hours 43 minutes, Changes required
Colchester Town
20:13
Shelford (Cambs)
Greater Anglia
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17:44
2 hours 29 minutes, Changes required
Colchester Town
20:13
Shelford (Cambs)
Greater Anglia
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17:44
2 hours 41 minutes, Changes required
Colchester Town
20:25
Shelford (Cambs)
Greater Anglia
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18:35
2 hours 50 minutes, Changes required
Colchester Town
21:25
Shelford (Cambs)
Greater Anglia
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18:35
3 hours 8 minutes, Changes required
Colchester Town
21:43
Shelford (Cambs)
Greater Anglia
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18:57
2 hours 46 minutes, Changes required
Colchester Town
21:43
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Greater Anglia
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Colchester Town to Shelford (Cambs) Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:12
Last train
Last train
23:00
Departure station
Departure station
Colchester Town
Arrival station
Arrival station
Shelford (Cambs)
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 19 minutes
Distance
Distance
60 km
Price
Price
€27.29*
Train operators
Train operators
Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester Town to Shelford (Cambs)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Colchester Town to Shelford (Cambs) 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

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%

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 Town to Shelford (Cambs), 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 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 Town to Shelford (Cambs) 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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Colchester Town to Shelford (Cambs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Colchester Town to Shelford (Cambs) 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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