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

The cheapest way to get from Cirencester to Colchester is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cirencester to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cirencester and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cirencester to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Beeches Car Park and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Cirencester and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cirencester to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Kemble and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Cirencester to Colchester?

The distance between Cirencester and Colchester is 154 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cirencester to Colchester without a car is to line 51 bus and train which takes 3h 27m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cirencester to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cirencester to Colchester bus from?

Cirencester to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Beeches Car Park station.

Where do I catch the Cirencester to Colchester train from?

Cirencester to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Kemble station.

Train or bus from Cirencester to Colchester?

The best way to get from Cirencester to Colchester is to bus which takes 5h 31m and costs £22 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Cirencester to Colchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cirencester to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cirencester to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cirencester to Colchester is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cirencester to Colchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cirencester to Colchester?

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Cirencester to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cirencester to Colchester by bus, train, or car

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Line 51 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Forum to Fleming Waybus 51
2. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3h 27m
£61–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beeches Car Park to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717 / ...
5h 31m
£22–40
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Cirencester to Colchestercar 148.4 mi
2h 50m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Kemble to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 32m
£65–121
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Beeches Car Park to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
5h 56m
£43–80

Cirencester to Colchester by bus and train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Beeches Car Park to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hospital to Colchester via Clayfurlong Grove, Kemble, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 32m.

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