What is the best way to travel from Norwich to Colchester?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Colchester from Norwich. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Colchester from Norwich?
You can reach Colchester with just £14 by taking a Train from Greater Anglia, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Greater Anglia0h 59m013:00NorwichCentral Station13:59ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 13:00:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 13:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 59m
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Greater Anglia0h 59m008:00NorwichCentral Station08:59ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 08:00:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 08:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 59m
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Greater Anglia0h 58m008:30NorwichCentral Station09:28ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 08:30:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 09:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 58m
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Greater Anglia0h 58m009:30NorwichCentral Station10:28ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 09:30:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 10:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 58m
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Greater Anglia0h 56m010:32NorwichCentral Station11:28ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 10:32:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 11:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 56m
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What are the fastest trips from Norwich to Colchester?
You can get to Colchester from Norwich in just 0h 56m with a Train from Greater Anglia. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Greater Anglia0h 56m010:32NorwichCentral Station11:28ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 10:32:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 11:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 56m
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Greater Anglia0h 58m008:30NorwichCentral Station09:28ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 08:30:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 09:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 58m
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Greater Anglia0h 58m009:30NorwichCentral Station10:28ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 09:30:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 10:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 58m
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Greater Anglia0h 59m013:00NorwichCentral Station13:59ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 13:00:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 13:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 59m
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Greater Anglia0h 59m008:00NorwichCentral Station08:59ColchesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 31/01/2026 08:00:00 to Central Station, Colchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 31/01/2026 08:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 59m
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Bus from Norwich to Colchester
What are the most popular stations in Norwich and Colchester?
In Norwich, you will usually depart from Central Station, University of East Anglia or Bar Street, while in Colchester you will be arriving at Central Station, Alresford, Essex or Great Bentley Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Colchester from Norwich? With 5 connections between 1 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Norwich and Colchester, you can pay as low as £14 with a Train from Greater Anglia.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Greater Anglia: you will get to Colchester in just 0h 56m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Norwich and Colchester are Greater Anglia, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Norwich and Colchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Norwich Airport or to Wivenhoe, and look at flights from Norwich Airport, and landing at London Southend Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Norwich to Colchester?
The most popular companies between Norwich and Colchester, are Greater Anglia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Greater Anglia
All you need to know when you travel from Norwich to Colchester
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Norwich to Colchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Norwich to Colchester
How can I reach Colchester from Norwich?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Colchester from Norwich.
How far is Colchester from Norwich?
The distance between Norwich and Colchester is 87.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Norwich and Colchester?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 21 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Norwich to Colchester?
You can get to Colchester with just £14 by taking a Train from Greater Anglia.
What is the fastest way to get from Norwich to Colchester?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Colchester in just 0h 56m with a Train from Greater Anglia.
More routes to Norwich and to Colchester
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Norwich and to Colchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
