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Considering more sustainable options? The details on this page are tailored for you. Leverage Colchester's high 48 to guide your travel choices towards sustainability. Every eco-friendly decision counts towards a healthier planet.

Find out about Colchester's green energy, with a 47% of renewable energy use. Have a great time in a city that thinks about its energy use.

Exploring local cuisine is an important part of traveling! But how do we handle the expenses? The average meal price is $18.02.

Considering a long-term stay? Discover the average monthly rent, which is $1,169.27, to assess the affordability of staying in various locales, making it easier to choose where to extend your travels based on your budget.

In your travel destination, the average monthly income is $2,413.54. This detail provides context for understanding the local cost of living.

Popular train routes to Colchester

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Popular routesAverage journey durationLowest priceTickets
Reading - Colchester2 hr 15 min$69.53Book

Train tickets to Colchester

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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!

Carriers on this route

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Great Western Railway (GWR) is a British railway company that operates passenger services between London and the southwest of England, as well as parts of Wales. It was founded in 1833 and was originally known as the Great Western Railway Company. GWR is now owned by FirstGroup. The company is known for its iconic green livery and its historic steam locomotives, including the famous Flying Scotsman.

Greater Anglia, which is operated by the Transport UK Group, provides passenger rail services in the East of England. It operates services on the Great Eastern Main Line from London Liverpool Street to destinations such as Norwich, Ipswich, and Colchester, as well as on the West Anglia Main Line from London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and Stansted Airport. Greater Anglia also operates regional services in Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, and Cambridgeshire. The Department for Transport has awarded the operating contract for services until 2025 to Abellio East Anglia Limited.

Eco-Friendly Travel: Making a Greener Choice - Colchester

From choosing green cities and sustainable transport options, we guide you through the details of reducing your carbon footprint while exploring the globe

  • Air quality
    30
    Good
  • Renewable energy
    47%
    Moderate
  • Green spaces
    0%
    Low
  • Total score
    48
    Moderate
Rank Cities Air quality Energy Green spaces Total score
1 Reading 30 47 - 48
Cheap train tickets to Colchester
Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets to Colchester.

Book in advance and save

If you're looking for the best deal for your trip to Colchester, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.

Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys

Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from to Colchester.

Always check special offers

Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.

Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains

If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.