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Penge to Colchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Penge to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €56.35, with average prices for this route around €56.35. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
00:54 5h 35m, Changes required Penge West	06:29 Colchester		Find Tickets
05:41 1h 37m, Changes required Penge West	07:18 Colchester	London OvergroundElizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:56 1h 50m, Changes required Penge West	07:46 Colchester	London OvergroundElizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:59 1h 47m, Changes required Penge East	07:46 Colchester	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:11 1h 56m, Changes required Penge West	08:07 Colchester	London OvergroundElizabeth line	Find Tickets
06:26 1h 47m, Changes required Penge West	08:13 Paris	London OvergroundElizabeth line	Find Tickets

Penge to Colchester Train Route Details

First train

00:19

Last train

23:44

Departure station

Penge

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

1h 31m

Distance

85 km

Price

€56.35*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, London Overground, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Penge 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 Penge to Colchester can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Penge to Colchester, 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 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 Penge to Colchester 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 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.

Penge 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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