The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to Durham
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Durham will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 1 trains that leave Colchester for Durham on Sat, Apr 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 04 the direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
On Sat, Apr 04 the slowest trains will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:18 AM5h00Colchester4:18 PMDurham$1021One-way0 transfers
11:18 AM5h00Colchester4:18 PMDurham$1021One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Colchester to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $102. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $102, and a bus costs an average of $118.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
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$102 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colchester to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Durham trains for tomorrow, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:18 AM Colchester | 5h00 | 4:18 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Durham
Trains from Colchester to Durham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia from Colchester to Durham trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and Durham from $102 (€83). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Colchester to Durham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Durham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Colchester to Durham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bays
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all platforms. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Situated by the South entrance, and in the main car park by the North entrance. A secure 134-space cycle compound is also available (key fob required, speak to station staff for availability).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
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