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

The cheapest way to get from Brentford to Colchester is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brentford to Colchester is to subway and train which takes 1h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Brentford and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Brentford station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Boston Manor station and arriving at Colchester via Holborn station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Brentford to Colchester?

The distance between Brentford and Colchester is 64 miles. The road distance is 66.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brentford to Colchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Brentford to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brentford to Colchester train from?

Brentford to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Boston Manor station.

Where does the Brentford to Colchester train arrive?

Brentford to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Holborn station.

Can I drive from Brentford to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Brentford to Colchester is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Brentford to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Boston Manor station to Holborn stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 37m
£31–47
Drive 66.2 mi
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1. Drive from Brentford to Colchestercar 66.2 mi
1h 43m
£17–24
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 / ...
4h 18m
£27–53

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Distance: 63.3 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

There is no direct connection from Brentford to Colchester. However, you can take the subway to Holborn station, take the subway to Liverpool Street station, walk to London Liverpool Street, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great West Road / Boston Manor Road to Osborne Street via Ealing Broadway Station / Haven Green, Ealing Broadway, Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 4h 18m.

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