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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Colchester is to car ferry and drive which costs £45 - £95 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Colchester is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £140 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Colchester via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Calais to Colchester?

The distance between Calais and Colchester is 287 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Calais to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Colchester train from?

Calais to Colchester train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Frethun station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Colchester?

Colchester is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 3:13 PM in Calais and 2:13 PM in Colchester.

Where does the Calais to Colchester train arrive?

Calais to Colchester train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1052+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Colchester by train (Eurostar), car ferry, bus, train, car train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
4h 41m
£104–190
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Colchestercar
3h 26m
£45–94
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
6h 46m
£52–114
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Colchestercar
2h 35m
£142–159

Calais to Colchester by train and subway

54Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

£104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.7 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Colchester via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 41m.

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