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Trip Overview

The average train between Hertfordshire and Colchester takes 1h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Hertfordshire to Colchester. 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 53m
Duration
73 mi
Distance
£41
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Hertfordshire to Colchester train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Hertfordshire and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertfordshire is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Colchester at 1:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Moorgate and take an average of 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 43m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 45m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 56m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 52m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 50m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 57m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 44m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 44m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 44m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia2h 12m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia2h 6m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia2h 9m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 52m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 50m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 57m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 52m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 50m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 57m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 52m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 50m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 57m • 1 change
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    Great NorthernGreater Anglia1h 54m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hertfordshire to Colchester? 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.

Map of how to get from Hertfordshire to Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 73 mi
  • Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Welwyn Garden City to Colchester via Moorgate and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 52m.

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