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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Colchester is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Colchester?

The distance between Canterbury and Colchester is 113 miles. The road distance is 93.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Canterbury to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Colchester train from?

Canterbury to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Where does the Canterbury to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canterbury to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Colchester is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Canterbury to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 43m
£58–113
Drive 92.6 mi
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1. Drive from Canterbury to Colchestercar 92.6 mi
1h 38m
£23–33
Train, bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the train from Canterbury West 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 42m
£45–98
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
3h 52m
£40–75

Canterbury to Colchester by train, foot, and bus

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.3 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 43m.

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