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

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Colchester is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £45 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Ashford International and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Ashford to Colchester?

The distance between Ashford and Colchester is 99 miles. The road distance is 89.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashford to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £45 - £100.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ashford to Colchester train from?

Ashford to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Ashford to Colchester train arrive?

Ashford to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Colchester is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Ashford to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashford to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1052+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 27m
£49–96
Drive 88.8 mi
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1. Drive from Ashford to Colchestercar 88.8 mi
1h 35m
£22–32
Train, bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
3h 26m
£37–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
3h 36m
£31–57

Ashford to Colchester by train

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Distance: 98.3 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a train from Ashford International to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 27m.

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