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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ashford is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ashford is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £50 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Ashford?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Ashford International via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Colchester to Ashford?

The distance between Colchester and Ashford is 99 miles. The road distance is 88.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ashford without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Colchester to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ashford train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Ashford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ashford is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Colchester to Ashford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1641+ hotels available in Ashford.

Colchester to Ashford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 300 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Ashford 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 Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
1h 34m
£50–88
Drive 88.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Ashfordcar 88.4 mi
1h 35m
£22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9 / ...
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
2h 40m
£35–70
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
4. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 29m
£24–44

Colchester to Ashford by bus and train

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5h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 98.3 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Ashford International via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 34m.

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