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Trip Overview

The average train between Colchester and Harpenden takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Colchester to Harpenden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 42m
Duration
78 mi
Distance
£47
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Colchester to Harpenden train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Colchester and Harpenden. The earliest departure is at 4:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Colchester is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Harpenden at 5:47 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 38m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 49m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink2h • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 42m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink2h • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 42m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink2h • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 42m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 55m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 30m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink2h 1m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 32m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 40m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink2h • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 42m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Thameslink1h 46m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Colchester to Harpenden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 78 mi
  • Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Harpenden, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Harpenden via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Farringdon station, and Farringdon in around 1h 31m.

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