What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Canvey Island?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Canvey Island is to bus and line 27 bus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Canvey Island?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Canvey Island is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Canvey Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Canvey Island. However, there are services departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Jones Corner via Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Canvey Island?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Canvey Island. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Benfleet via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Colchester to Canvey Island?

The distance between Colchester and Canvey Island is 74 miles. The road distance is 40.6 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Canvey Island without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Canvey Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Canvey Island?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Colchester to Canvey Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Canvey Island bus from?

Colchester to Canvey Island bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Canvey Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Canvey Island?

The best way to get from Colchester to Canvey Island is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 27 bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Colchester to Canvey Island bus arrive?

Colchester to Canvey Island bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Colchester to Canvey Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Canvey Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Canvey Island is 41 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Colchester to Canvey Island.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Canvey Island?

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Where can I stay near Canvey Island?

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Colchester to Canvey Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 27 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Canvey Island by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 West Ham to Benfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 23m
£32–64
Bus, line 27 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Jones Cornerbus 27
2h 56m
£7–9
Drive 40.4 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Canvey Islandcar 40.4 mi
45 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Canvey Islandtaxi 40.4 mi
45 min
£85–110

Colchester to Canvey Island by train and subway

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.7 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Canvey Island, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Benfleet via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osborne Street to Jones Corner via Bus Station and Railway Station in around 2h 56m.

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