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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Colchester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Colchester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Colchester Zoo via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Colchester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo?

The distance between Cheltenham and Colchester Zoo is 182 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo, including transfers.

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

Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

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

Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo train arrive?

Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Colchester Zoo?

There are 1052+ hotels available in Colchester Zoo.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 3m
£84–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Colchester Zoobus 375
7h 16m
£33–78
Drive 150 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Colchester Zoocar 150 mi
2h 55m
£37–53
Train, bus via London
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Colchester Zoobus 375
5h 1m
£74–137
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Colchester Zoobus 375
7h 23m
£114–159

Cheltenham to Colchester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Colchester Zoo via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Colchester, Groves Close, High Street, Crouch Street, and Colchester Zoo in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Colchester Zoo via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Station, and Colchester Zoo in around 7h 16m.

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