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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Colchester is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Head Street via Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Colchester via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Colchester?

The distance between Birmingham and Colchester is 168 miles. The road distance is 145.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Birmingham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Colchester bus from?

Birmingham to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Colchester train from?

Birmingham to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Colchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Birmingham to Colchester bus arrive?

Birmingham to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Colchester train arrive?

Birmingham to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Colchester is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Birmingham to Colchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 27m
£65–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 777
5h 58m
£31–69
Drive 145 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Colchestercar 145 mi
2h 48m
£36–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
5h 4m
£94–137

Birmingham to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.6 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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