How to get from Upminster to Colchester by Tube and train?

From Upminster to Colchester by Tube and train

To get from Upminster to Colchester in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the C2C train from Upminster station to West Ham station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the JUBILEE Tube and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Stratford station to Colchester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The Tube and train schedule from Upminster may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

70min
Train - C2C
Tube - JUBILEE
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Upminster

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Upminster
  • 2
    Train - C2C
    Wait for train
    C2C
    London Fenchurch Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    West Ham
    ID 940GZZDLWHM
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    West Ham
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - JUBILEE
    Wait for Tube
    JUBILEE
    Stratford
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Stratford
    3 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Stowmarket
  • 8
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Upminster to Colchester by bus and train

To get from Upminster to Colchester in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 370 bus from Upminster Station Forecourt (E) station to Romford Station (Z) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Shenfield station to Colchester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The Tube and train schedule from Upminster may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

79min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 370370
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Upminster Station Forecourt (E)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upminster Station Forecourt (E)
    ID E
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 370370
    Wait for bus
    370
    Romford, Mercury Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Romford Station (Z)
    ID Z
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Romford
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shenfield
    16 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Clacton-On-Sea
  • 8
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Upminster to Colchester

The distance between Upminster, London and Colchester, London is approximately 95.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Upminster to Colchester by Tube and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Tube And Train schedule from Upminster to Colchester

To check the Tube and train schedule from Upminster to Colchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Upminster) and destination (Colchester), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Tube and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Tube and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest Tube and train schedules.

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From Upminster to Colchester by bus and train

To get from Upminster to Colchester in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 370 bus from Upminster Station Forecourt (E) station to Romford Station (Z) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Shenfield station to Colchester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The Tube and train schedule from Upminster may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

79min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 370370
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Upminster Station Forecourt (E)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upminster Station Forecourt (E)
    ID E
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 370370
    Wait for bus
    370
    Romford, Mercury Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Romford Station (Z)
    ID Z
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Romford
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shenfield
    16 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Clacton-On-Sea
  • 8
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Upminster to Colchester?

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Train line C2C, Tube line JUBILEE, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Upminster to Colchester?

    The alternative route takes 79 minutes, using Bus line 370, Train line ELIZABETH, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct train between Upminster and Colchester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one Tube line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from Upminster to Colchester?

    The C2C train line goes from London Fenchurch Street station near Upminster in Upminster to West Ham station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one Tube line till West Ham station near Colchester in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Upminster to Colchester by train and Tube?

    The total travel time between Upminster in Upminster and Colchester in London by train and Tube is about 1 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Upminster to get to Colchester?

    Get on the C2C train from the London Fenchurch Street station near Upminster in Upminster.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Upminster and Colchester?

    Get off the train at the West Ham station, which is closest to Colchester in London.

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