What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station is to bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Colchester Bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cathedral and arriving at Osborne Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Colchester Bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Colchester Town. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station?

The distance between Chelmsford and Colchester Bus Station is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £11 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station?

The train from Chelmsford to Colchester Town takes 39 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station bus from?

Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Cathedral station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station train from?

Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station is to train which takes 42 min and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Osborne Street station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station train arrive?

Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester Town station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station is 24 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station?

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Where can I stay near Colchester Bus Station?

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Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town / ...
42 min
£11–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
1h 31m
£2–5
Drive 23.7 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Stationcar 23.7 mi
28 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Stationtaxi 23.7 mi
28 min
£150–190

Chelmsford to Colchester Bus Station by train and foot

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Distance: 24.2 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Colchester Bus Station, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Colchester Town every 2 hours. Tickets cost £11–22 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, First Essex operates a bus from Cathedral to Osborne Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 31m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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