Brighton to Colchester Train
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Brighton to Colchester by train
The journey from Brighton to Colchester by train is 86.12 mi and takes 3 hrs 12 mins. There are 81 connections per day, with the first departure at 02:50 and the last at 21:30. It is possible to travel from Brighton to Colchester by train for as little as £47.40 or as much as £52.59. The best price for this journey is £47.40.
| Lowest Price | £47.40 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 12 mins |
| Connection per Day | London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern 81 |
| Lowest Price | London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern £47.40 |
| Highest Price | London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern £52.59 |
| First Departure | London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern 02:50 |
| Last Departure | London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern 21:30 |
| Distance | London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern 86.12 mi |
| Departure | London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern Brighton |
| Arrival | London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern Colchester |
| Carriers | London Overground, National Rail London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern, Great Northern |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Brighton to Colchester
The cheapest Brighton - Colchester train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £33.81 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £36.67.
Find the best day to travel to Colchester by train
When travelling to Colchester by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London Overground, Thameslink and Greater Anglia from Brighton to Colchester
Compare services on board when travelling from Brighton to Colchester by train.
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Brighton to Colchester CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
9.7kg
Bus
10.39kg
Flight
27.72kg
Car
22.17kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Brighton to Colchester by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Brighton and Colchester are 9.7kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Brighton and Colchester? By taking the train between Brighton and Colchester you will save 18.02kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.69kg compared to a bus and 12.47kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Brighton to Colchester?
A train ticket from Brighton to Colchester is £49.81. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £47.40.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Brighton to Colchester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Brighton to Colchester is £47.40. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Brighton and Colchester by train?
Brighton to Colchester is 86.12 mi.
How long does the train between Brighton and Colchester take?
Brighton to Colchester is on average 3 hrs 12 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 33 mins.
Which companies operate from Brighton to Colchester?
The train journey from Brighton to Colchester is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London Overground, National Rail, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Southern and Great Northern.
How many train connections per day go from Brighton to Colchester?
Brighton to Colchester has 81 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Brighton to Colchester leave?
The earliest train from Brighton to Colchester departs at 02:50. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Brighton to Colchester depart?
The latest train from Brighton to Colchester departs at 21:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Brighton to Colchester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £47.40 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Brighton to Colchester by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Brighton and Colchester is 2 hrs 33 mins.
Is there a direct train from Brighton to Colchester?
Yes, there is a direct train between Brighton and Colchester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Brighton to Colchester by train?
The train journey from Brighton to Colchester creates 9.7kg of CO2 emissions.