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Norwich to Colchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Norwich to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €28.72, with average prices for this route around €28.72. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:32 56 minutes, Direct Norwich	19:28 Colchester	Find Tickets
19:00 59 minutes, Direct Norwich	19:59 Colchester	Find Tickets
20:00 59 minutes, Direct Norwich	20:59 Colchester	Find Tickets
21:00 59 minutes, Direct Norwich	21:59 Colchester	Find Tickets
22:02 59 minutes, Direct Norwich	23:01 Colchester	Find Tickets
23:05 6 hours 29 minutes, Changes required Norwich	05:34 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Norwich to Colchester Train Route Details

First train

05:00

Last train

23:05

Departure station

Norwich

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

56 minutes

Distance

88 km

Price

€28.72*

Train operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Norwich to Colchester

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 Norwich to Colchester can result in significant cost savings.

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%

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 Norwich to Colchester, 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%

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 Norwich to Colchester 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.

Norwich to Colchester 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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Norwich to Colchester Train prices and times

Norwich to Colchester Train Route Details