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Explore cheap prices from Birmingham to Colchester

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham to Colchester, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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US$ 17.62
الخميس18سبتمبر
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الجمعة19سبتمبر
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السبت20سبتمبر
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الأحد21سبتمبر
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الاثنين22سبتمبر
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Birmingham to Colchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Colchester, starting from US$ 17.62 and averaging US$ 45.09. The entire journey takes no more than 2 ساعات 58 دقائق. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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16:45
4 ساعات 3 دقائق, Changes required
Birmingham Moor Street
20:48
Colchester
Chiltern RailwaysGreater Anglia
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16:47
2 ساعات 58 دقائق, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
19:45
Colchester
Avanti West CoastGreater Anglia
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17:15
4 ساعات 1 دقيقة, Changes required
Birmingham Moor Street
21:16
Colchester
Chiltern RailwaysGreater Anglia
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17:17
2 ساعات 59 دقائق, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
20:16
Colchester
Avanti West CoastGreater Anglia
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17:22
4 ساعات 29 دقائق, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
21:51
Colchester
CrossCountryGreater Anglia
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17:45
4 ساعات 1 دقيقة, Changes required
Birmingham Moor Street
21:46
Paris
Chiltern RailwaysGreater Anglia
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Birmingham to Colchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:15
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Colchester
Journey time
Journey time
2 ساعات 58 دقائق
Distance
Distance
203 km
Price
Price
US$ 17.62*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Colchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham 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

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%

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 Birmingham 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%

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

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

Birmingham 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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