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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Town is to bus via Cathedral which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 31m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Colchester Town?

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 Town?

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 Town?

The distance between Chelmsford and Colchester Town is 24 miles. The road distance is 24.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Town without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £11 - £22.

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

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 Town bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Colchester Town?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Town is to train which takes 39 min and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Chelmsford to Colchester Town bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chelmsford to Colchester Town train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Colchester Town?

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Colchester Town?

There are 1062+ hotels available in Colchester Town.

Chelmsford to Colchester Town - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chelmsford to Colchester Town 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 / ...
39 min
£11–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chelmsford Victoria Road - Stand 1 to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
58 min
£2–5
Drive 23.9 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Colchester Towncar 23.9 mi
28 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelmsford to Colchester Towntaxi 23.9 mi
28 min
£160–190
Bus via Cathedral
1. Take the bus from Cathedral to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
1h 31m
£2–4

Chelmsford to Colchester Town by train

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Colchester Town, 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, 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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