What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle is to line 371 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle?

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

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Colchester Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 and arriving at Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Colchester Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Colchester. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle?

The distance between Chelmsford and Colchester Castle is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £10 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle?

The train from Chelmsford to Colchester takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Colchester Castle bus from?

Chelmsford to Colchester Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Colchester Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle is to train which takes 42 min and costs £10 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Colchester Castle bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Colchester Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Colchester Castle train arrive?

Chelmsford to Colchester Castle train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle?

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

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

Book your Chelmsford to Colchester Castle bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Colchester Castle?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Colchester Castle.

Chelmsford to Colchester Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
42 min
£10–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
1h 2m
£2–5
Drive 23.8 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Colchester Castlecar 23.8 mi
28 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Colchester Castletaxi 23.8 mi
28 min
£150–190
Line 371 bus
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to High Streetbus 371 / ...
1h 32m
£2–3

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Distance: 22.9 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Colchester Castle, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Chelmsford to Colchester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA once daily. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 55 min.

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