4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to Southampton
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€103
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€103
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 38 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Southampton will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €103.
It's difficult to get from Colchester to Southampton without transferring at least 2 times.
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P66915+
Tube from Stratford (London) to London Waterloo9:06 AM3h55Colchester station (COL)1:01 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way2 transfers- P01197+
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G010048:02 AM3h40Colchester station (COL)11:42 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way2 transfers - L79357 · L78769+
C33026+P670579:00 AM3h34Colchester station (COL)12:34 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way4 transfers - P66915+C00804+G01007+C370239:06 AM3h38Colchester station (COL)12:44 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way3 transfers
- P67068+C37259+G0101110:00 AM3h42Colchester station (COL)1:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way2 transfers
- L79357 · L78769+C33026+P670579:00 AM3h34Colchester station (COL)12:34 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way4 transfers
- P67068+L79368 · L78773+C3737110:00 AM3h34Colchester station (COL)1:34 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way4 transfers
- P66915+C00804+G01007+C370239:06 AM3h38Colchester station (COL)12:44 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way3 transfers
- P01197+C37228+G010048:02 AM3h40Colchester station (COL)11:42 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way2 transfers
- P67068+C37259+G0101110:00 AM3h42Colchester station (COL)1:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1031One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Colchester to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, while a train costs an average of €103.
Distance: 194 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€103 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Colchester to Southampton:
A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colchester to Southampton costing on average €103.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 20m.
Live departures
Colchester to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Southampton trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM Colchester | 2h43 | 10:43 AM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Colchester | 2h43 | 11:43 AM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Southampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Colchester to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €103 but you can travel from only €65 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 194 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 194 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €103 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Colchester to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Colchester and Southampton from €65. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Colchester to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Southampton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Colchester to Southampton
Most Colchester to Southampton trains use the Colchester to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Colchester station do trains to Southampton leave from?
Getting to Colchester from Colchester city centre
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Colchester train station facilities and services
Colchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester. ATMs are available at Colchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Southampton station do trains from Colchester arrive at?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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