What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Herne Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Herne Bay is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Herne Bay?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Herne Bay is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Library via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Herne Bay via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Colchester to Herne Bay?

The distance between Colchester and Herne Bay is 104 miles. The road distance is 96.8 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Herne Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Herne Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Herne Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Colchester to Herne Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Herne Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Herne Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Colchester to Herne Bay is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 108 bus, which costs £26 - £140 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Colchester to Herne Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Herne Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Herne Bay is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Colchester to Herne Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Herne Bay?

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Herne Bay by train, bus, or car

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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 Stratford International to Herne Baytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 52m
£53–105
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus, train
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
4. Take the train from Rochester to Herne Baytrain
6h 26m
£23–42
Bus, line 108 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 Stratford City Bus Station to Lewisham Stationbus 108
4. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
5h 58m
£26–139
Drive 96.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Herne Baycar 96.2 mi
1h 42m
£24–34

Colchester to Herne Bay by train

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Distance: 103.8 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Herne Bay, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Herne Bay via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Library via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Lewisham Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 58m.

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