What is the cheapest way to get from Chichester to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Chichester to Colchester is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chichester to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Chichester to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Chichester and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Chichester to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Chichester and arriving at Colchester via Havant, Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Chichester to Colchester?

The distance between Chichester and Colchester is 132 miles. The road distance is 124.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chichester to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Chichester to Colchester without a car is to train via Havant which takes 2h 59m and costs £60 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Chichester to Colchester?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Chichester to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chichester to Colchester train from?

Chichester to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Havant station.

Where does the Chichester to Colchester train arrive?

Chichester to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Chichester to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chichester to Colchester is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Chichester to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Chichester to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1061+ hotels available in Colchester.

Chichester to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chichester to Colchester by train, car, or bus

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Train via Havant
best
1. Take the train from Havant to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 59m
£61–145
Drive 123.8 mi
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1. Drive from Chichester to Colchestercar 123.8 mi
2h 20m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Barnham to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
4h 42m
£71–155
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chichester to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to Farringdontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
5h 39m
£54–107

Chichester to Colchester by train and subway

330Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Chichester, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Chichester to Colchester via Havant, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 59m.

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