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

The cheapest way to get from Caterham to Colchester is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caterham to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Caterham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Caterham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Caterham and arriving at Colchester via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Caterham to Colchester?

The distance between Caterham and Colchester is 73 miles. The road distance is 73.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caterham to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Caterham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caterham to Colchester train from?

Caterham to Colchester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Caterham station.

Where does the Caterham to Colchester train arrive?

Caterham to Colchester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Caterham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Caterham to Colchester is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Caterham to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Caterham to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 407 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Caterham to London Bridgetrain Caterham - London Bridge
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 56m
£35–54
Drive 72.9 mi
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1. Drive from Caterham to Colchestercar 72.9 mi
1h 17m
£19–27
Line 407 bus, train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Caterham Valley to Purley / Downlands Precinctbus 407
2. Take the train from Purley to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Brentwoodtrain
4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
4h 36m
£29–46

Caterham to Colchester by bus and train

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4h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a train from Caterham to Colchester via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 56m.

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