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Colchester to Widnes Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Colchester to Widnes? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €62.28, with average prices for this route around €62.28. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
16:30 Colchester	21:06 Widnes	4h 36m, Changes required		Find Tickets
16:43 Colchester	20:52 Widnes	4h 9m, Changes required		Find Tickets
17:43 Colchester	21:52 Widnes	4h 9m, Changes required		Find Tickets
18:34 Colchester	23:30 Widnes	4h 56m, Changes required		Find Tickets
18:43 Colchester	23:30 Widnes	4h 47m, Changes required		Find Tickets
19:02 Colchester	00:06+1 Paris	5h 4m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Colchester to Widnes Train Route Details

First train

05:12

Last train

23:02

Departure station

Colchester

Arrival station

Widnes

Journey time

3h 52m

Distance

297 km

Price

€62.28*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Colchester to Widnes

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Colchester to Widnes 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

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 Colchester to Widnes, 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 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 Widnes 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

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

Colchester to Widnes 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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