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

The cheapest way to get from Amesbury to Colchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Amesbury to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Amesbury and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Amesbury to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Library and arriving at Coach Stop via London Hammersmith Bridge Road and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Amesbury and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Amesbury to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Salisbury and arriving at Colchester via Reading and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Amesbury to Colchester?

The distance between Amesbury and Colchester is 143 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Amesbury to Colchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Amesbury to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amesbury to Colchester bus from?

Amesbury to Colchester bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, depart from Library station.

Where do I catch the Amesbury to Colchester train from?

Amesbury to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Salisbury station.

Train or bus from Amesbury to Colchester?

The best way to get from Amesbury to Colchester is to bus which takes 5h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £150 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Amesbury to Colchester bus arrive?

Amesbury to Colchester bus services, operated by Berrys Coaches, arrive at Hammersmith Bus Station.

Where does the Amesbury to Colchester train arrive?

Amesbury to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Amesbury to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Amesbury to Colchester is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Amesbury to Colchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Amesbury to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Amesbury to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Amesbury to Colchester by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Library to Andover Stationbus 8
2. Take the train from Andover to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3h 55m
£54–93
Drive 137.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amesbury to Colchestercar 137.6 mi
2h 57m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Library to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus Sf3
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stopbus 816
5h 57m
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
5h 2m
£77–146

Amesbury to Colchester by bus, train, and subway

170Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.4 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Library to Coach Stop via Hammersmith Bus Station, London Hammersmith Bridge Road, and London Victoria in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Police Station to Colchester via Blue Boar Row, New Canal, Railway Station Stop SB, Salisbury, Reading, Liverpool Street Station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 2m.

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