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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Skegness is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester (Station) to Skegness is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Colchester (Station) and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester (Station) to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Skegness via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

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

The distance between Colchester (Station) and Skegness is 217 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester (Station) to Skegness without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 40m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Colchester (Station) to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester (Station) to Skegness train from?

Colchester (Station) to Skegness train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester (Station) to Skegness train arrive?

Colchester (Station) to Skegness train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester (Station) to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester (Station) to Skegness is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Colchester (Station) to Skegness.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester (Station) to Skegness?

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1734+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
4h 40m
£73–130
Drive 122 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester (Station) to Skegnesscar 122 mi
2h 49m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
3. Take the train from Sleaford to Skegnesstrain
5h 28m
£81–121
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colchester station to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
4. Take the train from Sleaford to Skegnesstrain
7h 46m
£69–100

Colchester (Station) to Skegness by train

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5h 28mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.1 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Skegness via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 4h 40m.

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