What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Camber Sands?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Camber Sands is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Camber Sands?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Camber Sands is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Camber Sands?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Camber Sands. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Rye via Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Colchester to Camber Sands?

The distance between Colchester and Camber Sands is 119 miles. The road distance is 104.5 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Camber Sands without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Camber Sands without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Camber Sands?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Colchester to Camber Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Camber Sands train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Camber Sands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Camber Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Camber Sands is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Colchester to Camber Sands.

Where can I stay near Camber Sands?

There are 1395+ hotels available in Camber Sands.

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

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

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Ryetrain
3h 36m
£60–118
Drive 103.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Camber Sandscar 103.9 mi
1h 59m
£26–37
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
5h 37m
£43–94
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Hastingstrain
6h 28m
£86–186

Colchester to Camber Sands by train and bus

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3h 36mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Camber Sands, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Scotts Acre via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, Ashford International, Rye, and Railway Station in around 3h 36m.

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