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

From Hornchurch to Colchester by Tube and train

To get from Hornchurch to Colchester in London, you’ll need to take 2 Tube lines and one train line: take the DISTRICT Tube from Hornchurch 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 13 min. The Tube and train schedule from Hornchurch may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

73min
Tube - DISTRICT
Tube - JUBILEE
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Hornchurch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from Tube station
    Start from Tube station
    Hornchurch
  • 2
    Tube - DISTRICT
    Wait for Tube
    DISTRICT
    Wimbledon
  • 3
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    West Ham
    23 min
  • 4
    Tube - JUBILEE
    Wait for Tube
    JUBILEE
    Stratford
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Stratford
    2 min
  • 6
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Norwich
  • 7
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Hornchurch to Colchester by bus and train

To get from Hornchurch to Colchester in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 193 bus from Hornchurch Station (L) station to Romford (V) 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 25 min. The Tube and train schedule from Hornchurch may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

85min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 193193
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Hornchurch Station (L)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hornchurch Station (L)
    ID L
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 193193
    Wait for bus
    193
    Romford, Queen's Hospital
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Romford (V)
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Romford
    20 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
    Colchester Town
  • 8
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Hornchurch to Colchester

The distance between Hornchurch, London and Colchester, London is approximately 93.81 km, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hornchurch 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 Hornchurch to Colchester

To check the Tube and train schedule from Hornchurch to Colchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hornchurch) 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 Hornchurch to Colchester by bus and train

To get from Hornchurch to Colchester in London, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 193 bus from Hornchurch Station (L) station to Romford (V) 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 25 min. The Tube and train schedule from Hornchurch may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

85min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 193193
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Hornchurch Station (L)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hornchurch Station (L)
    ID L
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 193193
    Wait for bus
    193
    Romford, Queen's Hospital
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Romford (V)
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Romford
    20 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
    Colchester Town
  • 8
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Tube line DISTRICT, Tube line JUBILEE, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

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

    The alternative route takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 193, Train line ELIZABETH, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct Tube between Hornchurch and Colchester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Tube lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which Tube line goes from Hornchurch to Colchester?

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

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

    The total travel time between Hornchurch in Upminster and Colchester in London by Tube and train is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the Tube near Hornchurch to get to Colchester?

    Get on the DISTRICT Tube from the Wimbledon station near Hornchurch in Upminster.

  • Where do I get off the Tube when travelling between Hornchurch and Colchester?

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

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