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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Birmingham is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Newhall Street via Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Colchester to Birmingham?

The distance between Colchester and Birmingham is 168 miles. The road distance is 146.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Colchester to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Colchester to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Colchester to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Birmingham is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Colchester to Birmingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Birmingham?

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Colchester to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and 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 London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 34m
£62–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
3. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Streetbus
5h 51m
£26–56
Drive 145.5 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Birminghamcar 145.5 mi
2h 49m
£36–52
Train via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
3h 44m
£83–171
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
5h 53m
£89–136

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Distance: 166.7 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Birmingham New Street via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Newhall Street via Coach Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 5h 51m.

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