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

The cheapest way to get from Acton to Colchester is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Acton to Colchester is to subway and train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Acton and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Acton station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from West Acton station and arriving at Colchester via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Acton to Colchester?

The distance between Acton and Colchester is 61 miles. The road distance is 63.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Acton to Colchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Acton to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Acton to Colchester train from?

Acton to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from West Acton station.

Where does the Acton to Colchester train arrive?

Acton to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Acton to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Acton to Colchester is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Acton to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1063+ hotels available in Colchester.

Acton to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, line 351 bus, and bus

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from West Acton station to Liverpool Street stationsubway Central
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 27m
£34–77
Drive 63.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Acton to Colchestercar 63.6 mi
1h 37m
£16–23
Train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Brentwoodtrain
2. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3h 35m
£24–46

Acton to Colchester by train and bus

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Distance: 61 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Acton, England and Colchester, England?

There is no direct connection from Acton to Colchester. However, you can take the subway to Liverpool Street station, walk to London Liverpool Street, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ealing Broadway to Osborne Street via Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 3h 35m.

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