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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ampthill is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ampthill is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ampthill?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Ampthill station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Ampthill?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Ampthill. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Flitwick via Liverpool Street station and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Colchester to Ampthill?

The distance between Colchester and Ampthill is 96 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ampthill without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Colchester to Ampthill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ampthill bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ampthill train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Ampthill?

The best way to get from Colchester to Ampthill is to train which takes 2h and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Colchester to Ampthill bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Ampthill train arrive?

Colchester to Ampthill train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Ampthill?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ampthill is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Colchester to Ampthill.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Flitwicktrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h
£55–103
Drive 71.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Ampthillcar 71.2 mi
1h 31m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 737
4h 9m
£26–56
Bus via Chelmsford
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to St Albans City stationbus 724
5h 17m
£22–36

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Distance: 95.4 mi
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Ampthill via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Farringdon station, Farringdon, and Flitwick in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Ampthill via Coach Station, Luton Station Interchange, Luton, and Flitwick in around 4h 9m.

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