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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Alconbury is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Alconbury is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Alconbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Alconbury. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Coulson Way via Railway Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Alconbury?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Alconbury. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Huntingdon via Stratford and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Colchester to Alconbury?

The distance between Colchester and Alconbury is 117 miles. The road distance is 70.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Alconbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Colchester to Alconbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Alconbury bus from?

Colchester to Alconbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Alconbury train from?

Colchester to Alconbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Alconbury?

The best way to get from Colchester to Alconbury is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Colchester to Alconbury bus arrive?

Colchester to Alconbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Alconbury train arrive?

Colchester to Alconbury train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Alconbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Alconbury is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Colchester to Alconbury.

Where can I stay near Alconbury?

There are 508+ hotels available in Alconbury.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Huntingdontrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
3h 8m
£58–119
Drive 70.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Alconburycar 70.3 mi
1h 37m
£18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus X3 / ...
4h 28m
Bus via Cambridge
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Huntingdon stationbus T1
4h 54m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Cambridge Northtrain
3. Take the bus from The Busway Cambridge North to Bus Stationbus B
6h
£20–34

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Distance: 116.6 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to The Boulevard via Stratford, Farringdon Without, Farringdon, Huntingdon, and Huntingdon station in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Coulson Way via Coach Station, Stansted Airport, Cambridge, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 28m.

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