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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ellesmere is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Watergate Street via Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Wem via Moorgate station, London Euston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Colchester to Ellesmere?

The distance between Colchester and Ellesmere is 245 miles. The road distance is 203.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £65 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Colchester to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ellesmere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ellesmere train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from Colchester to Ellesmere is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £65 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Colchester to Ellesmere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Ellesmere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ellesmere is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Colchester to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 818+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Colchester to Ellesmere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Ellesmere 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 Crewetrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 38m
£69–182
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
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 409
9h 58m
£32–55
Drive 202 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Ellesmerecar 202 mi
3h 49m
£50–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
7h 53m
£87–153
Bus, train, line 501 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus X20
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777
4. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Birmingham International Stationbus X1
5. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
6. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus 501
10h 6m

Colchester to Ellesmere by train, foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 243.6 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Watergate Street via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, Crewe, Wem, and Railway Station in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Watergate Street via Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 58m.

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