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Retford to Colchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Retford to Colchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 130.61, with average prices for this route around SAR 201.14.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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الأربعاء, 16 يوليو
From SAR 130.61
الخميس, 17 يوليو
From SAR 130.61
الجمعة, 18 يوليو
From SAR 130.61
السبت, 19 يوليو
From SAR 130.61
الأحد, 20 يوليو
From SAR 130.61
الاثنين, 21 يوليو
From SAR 130.61
الثلاثاء, 22 يوليو

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:50 Retford	09:13 Colchester	3h 23m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:51 Retford	09:59 Colchester	3h 8m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:51 Retford	10:13 Colchester	3h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:41 Retford	10:46 Colchester	3h 5m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:41 Retford	11:59 Colchester	4h 18m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:36 Retford	11:46 Paris	3h 10m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Retford to Colchester Train Route Details

First train

05:50

Last train

23:04

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Colchester

Journey time

2h 58m

Distance

202 km

Price

SAR 130.61*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford 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 Retford 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 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 Retford 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%

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

Retford to Colchester Train Ticket Types

Save money on your trip from Retford to Colchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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