What is the cheapest way to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Colchester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham station to Colchester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Colchester Zoo via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Colchester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Colchester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Chatham to Colchester Zoo?

The distance between Chatham and Colchester Zoo is 81 miles. The road distance is 61.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chatham to Colchester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo without a car is to train via Groves Close which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Colchester Zoo bus from?

Chatham to Colchester Zoo bus services, operated by Ensign Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Colchester Zoo train from?

Chatham to Colchester Zoo train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Chatham station.

Train or bus from Chatham to Colchester Zoo?

The best way to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo is to train via Groves Close which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus and line 300 bus, which costs and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Chatham to Colchester Zoo bus arrive?

Chatham to Colchester Zoo bus services, operated by Ensign Bus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chatham to Colchester Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chatham to Colchester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Colchester Zoo is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Chatham to Colchester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Colchester Zoo?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Colchester Zoo.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chatham to Colchester Zoo by train, bus, or car

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Train via Groves Close
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 9m
£39–68
Drive 61.2 mi
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1. Drive from Chatham to Colchester Zoocar 61.2 mi
1h 12m
£16–22
Bus, line 100 bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Colchester Zoobus 375
5h 29m
Train
1. Take the train from Chatham to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
2h 27m
£37–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to Woolwich Arsenaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Colchester Zoobus 375
3h 40m
£28–47

Chatham to Colchester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 80.5 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Chatham, England and Colchester Zoo, England?

You can take a train from Chatham to Colchester Zoo via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), Colchester, Groves Close, Angel Court, Crouch Street, and Colchester Zoo in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham station to Colchester Zoo via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Colchester Zoo in around 5h 29m.

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