How to get from Luton to Colchester by train?

From Luton to Colchester by train

To get from Luton to Colchester you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the THAMESLINK train from Luton station to Farringdon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ELIZABETH train and finally take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Liverpool Street station to Colchester Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The train schedule from Luton may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colchester on the Moovit app.

129min
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Walk to Colchester
Leaves from Luton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Luton
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Brighton
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Farringdon
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Farringdon
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Abbey Wood
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    3 min
  • 7
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Colchester Town
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colchester Town
    71 min
  • 9
    Walk to Colchester
    Walk to
    Colchester
    Osborne Street
    230 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Luton to Colchester

The distance between Luton and Colchester is approximately 139.22 km, which can typically be travelled in 129 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Luton to Colchester by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Colchester – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from Luton to Colchester

To check the train timetable from Luton to Colchester using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Luton) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 129 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Train line ELIZABETH, Train line GREATER ANGLIA.

  • Is there a direct train between Luton and Colchester?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Luton to Colchester?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from Farringdon station near Luton in Luton to Farringdon station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Farringdon station near Colchester.

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

    The total travel time between Luton and Colchester by train is about 2 hr 9 min.

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

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the Farringdon station near Luton in Luton.

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

    Get off the train at the Farringdon station, which is closest to Colchester.

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