What is the cheapest way to get from Abingdon to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Abingdon to Colchester is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Abingdon to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Abingdon to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Abingdon and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Abingdon to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Didcot Parkway and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Abingdon to Colchester?

The distance between Abingdon and Colchester is 118 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

How do I travel from Abingdon to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Abingdon to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £50 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Abingdon to Colchester?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Abingdon to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Abingdon to Colchester train from?

Abingdon to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Didcot Parkway station.

Where does the Abingdon to Colchester train arrive?

Abingdon to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Abingdon to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Abingdon to Colchester is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Abingdon to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1047+ hotels available in Colchester.

Abingdon to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Abingdon to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 3m
£52–91
Drive 118.9 mi
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1. Drive from Abingdon to Colchestercar 118.9 mi
2h 19m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street to Parkway Stationbus X35 / ...
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
6h 18m
£46–85

Abingdon to Colchester by bus and train

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Distance: 117 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a bus from Stratton Way to Colchester via Parkway Station, Didcot Parkway, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 3m.

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