What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Birmingham New Street Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Birmingham New Street Station?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station. 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 39m.

How far is it from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station?

The distance between Colchester and Birmingham New Street Station is 168 miles. The road distance is 147.2 miles.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station?

The best way to get from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station.

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

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

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Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station 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 London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 39m
£62–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
6h 4m
£33–80
Drive 146.3 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Stationcar 146.3 mi
2h 50m
£36–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
5h 9m
£91–145

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Birmingham New Street Station, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Birmingham New Street Station via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Birmingham New Street Station via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 4m.

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