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Wickford to Colchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Wickford to Colchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €23.23, with average prices for this route around €23.23. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:27 1h 2m, Changes required Wickford	06:29 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:02 1h 2m, Changes required Wickford	07:04 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:17 1h 1m, Changes required Wickford	07:18 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:31 59m, Changes required Wickford	07:30 Colchester	Find Tickets
06:47 59m, Changes required Wickford	07:46 Colchester	Find Tickets
07:03 1h 4m, Changes required Wickford	08:07 Paris	Find Tickets

Wickford to Colchester Train Route Details

First train

05:27

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Wickford

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

52m

Distance

41 km

Price

€23.23*

Train operators

Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Wickford to Colchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Wickford to Colchester 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Wickford to Colchester 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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Wickford 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Wickford to Colchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wickford to Colchester 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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Wickford to Colchester Train prices and times

Wickford to Colchester Train Route Details