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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Dartford is to bus and line 300 bus and line 100 bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Dartford is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Prospect Place via Coach Station and Ebbsfleet International station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Dartford?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Dartford via Stratford DLR Station and Woolwich Arsenal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Colchester to Dartford?

The distance between Colchester and Dartford is 61 miles. The road distance is 51.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Dartford without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Colchester to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Dartford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Dartford train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Dartford?

The best way to get from Colchester to Dartford is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Colchester to Dartford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Dartford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Dartford is 52 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Colchester to Dartford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dartford?

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There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Dartford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Stratford DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Dartfordtrain
1h 32m
£29–53
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
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 / ...
4h 3m
£8–12
Bus
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 bus from Ebbsfleet International station to Prospect Placebus B / ...
2h 52m
Drive 51.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Dartfordcar 51.6 mi
57 min
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Dartfordtaxi 51.6 mi
57 min
£100–130

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Distance: 60.8 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Dartford via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, and Woolwich Arsenal in around 1h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Prospect Place via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Stratford International, Ebbsfleet International, and Ebbsfleet International station in around 2h 52m.

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