What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester is to train via London which takes 2h 34m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham New Street Station and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham New Street Station station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham New Street Station and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham New Street Station 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 34m.

How far is it from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester?

The distance between Birmingham New Street Station and Colchester is 168 miles. The road distance is 146.6 miles.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester is to train via London which takes 2h 34m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h.

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester.

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

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

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Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester, including transfers.

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

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Train via London
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 34m
£64–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
6h
£33–79
Drive 145.7 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchestercar 145.7 mi
2h 49m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 16m
£92–128

Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester by foot, train, and bus

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Distance: 166.9 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Birmingham New Street Station, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a vehicle from Birmingham New Street Station to Colchester via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Birmingham New Street Station to Coach Stop via Birmingham Coach Station and Coach Station in around 6h.

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