What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to East Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to East Sussex is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to East Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to East Sussex is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at The Brewers Arms via Coach Station, London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U, Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Polegate via Liverpool Street station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Colchester to East Sussex?

The distance between Colchester and East Sussex is 125 miles. The road distance is 94.6 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to East Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to East Sussex?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Colchester to East Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to East Sussex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to East Sussex train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to East Sussex?

The best way to get from Colchester to East Sussex is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Colchester to East Sussex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to East Sussex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to East Sussex is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Colchester to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

There are 1312+ hotels available in East Sussex.

Colchester to East Sussex - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to East Sussex 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 Victoria to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
3h 47m
£61–126
Bus
cheapest
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 London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
7h 11m
£22–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
6h 58m
£38–67
Drive 94.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to East Sussexcar 94.1 mi
1h 51m
£23–33

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Distance: 123.9 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and East Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to The Truggery via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, Victoria station, London Victoria, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to The Brewers Arms via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 7h 11m.

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