How to get from Romford to Colchester by train?

From Romford to Colchester by train

To get from Romford to Colchester in London, take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Romford station to Shenfield station. Next, take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Shenfield station to Colchester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The train schedule from Romford may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

56min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Leaves from Romford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Romford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Southend Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shenfield
    9 min
  • 4
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Ipswich
  • 5
    Ride to train station Colchester
    Ride to train station
    Colchester
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Romford to Colchester

The distance between Romford, London and Colchester, London is approximately 63.14 km, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Romford to Colchester by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Romford to Colchester

To check the train schedule from Romford to Colchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Romford) and destination (Colchester), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct train between Romford and Colchester?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Romford to Colchester?

    The GREATER ANGLIA train line goes from Southend Victoria station near Romford in Romford to Shenfield station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Shenfield station near Colchester in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Romford to Colchester by train?

    The total travel time between Romford in Romford and Colchester in London by train is about 56 min.

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

    Get on the GREATER ANGLIA train from the Southend Victoria station near Romford in Romford.

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

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

  • When is the first train from Romford to Colchester?

    The first train from Romford in Romford to Colchester in London is Greater Anglia. It leaves the Romford station at 05:38.

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