Cheap train tickets from Colchester to Bishop's Stortford
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Colchester to Bishop's Stortford Train Timetable
Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Colchester and Bishop's Stortford. The average train journey from Colchester to Bishop's Stortford takes 2 hours and 4 minutes, but some Greater Anglia train trips are as short as one hour and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 32 mi (51 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 55m |
| Lowest price | £34.68 |
| Most frequent service | Greater Anglia |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Colchester to Bishop's Stortford?
Greater Anglia is the one and only train line which connects Colchester to Bishop's Stortford. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Anglia | 16 | 2h 5m | £34.68 |
Greater Anglia is an east-of-England train company that serves Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. Greater Anglia is known for providing affordable travel options and is in the process of upgrading its train cars with WiFi. Restrooms are available onboard, and power outlets are available at some seats.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Colchester to Bishop's Stortford
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Colchester to Bishop's Stortford on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Colchester at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bishop's Stortford to Colchester.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Colchester?
Main departure station: Hythe (Essex)
There are two stations in Colchester where you can board the train to Bishop's Stortford.
All train stations in Colchester:
Hythe (Essex)
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Where is the train station in Bishop's Stortford?
Main arrival station: Bishops Stortford Station
Bishop's Stortford has one train station.
Train stations in Bishop's Stortford:
Bishops Stortford Station
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