What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea is to line 87 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea?

The fastest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester (Station) and Brightlingsea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Groves Close and arriving at Victoria Place. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea?

The distance between Colchester (Station) and Brightlingsea is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea without a car is to train and bus which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea?

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea bus from?

Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Groves Close station.

Where does the Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea bus arrive?

Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Victoria Place station.

Can I drive from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea.

Where can I stay near Brightlingsea?

There are 972+ hotels available in Brightlingsea.

Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Alresford (Essex)train Colchester - Walton-on-the-Naze / ...
2. Take the bus from The Pointer to Bateman Roadbus 87
36 min
£6–11
Line 87 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groves Close to Victoria Placebus 87
1h 2m
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingseataxi 10.8 mi
18 min
£25–30
Drive 10.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester (Station) to Brightlingseacar 10.8 mi
18 min
£3–4

Colchester (Station) to Brightlingsea by train and bus

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36 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Colchester (Station), England and Brightlingsea, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Groves Close to Victoria Place every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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