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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Hessett is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Hessett is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Hessett?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Hessett. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Thurston via Stowmarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Colchester to Hessett?

The distance between Colchester and Hessett is 42 miles. The road distance is 29.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Hessett without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Colchester to Hessett, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Hessett train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Hessett train arrive?

Colchester to Hessett train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stowmarket station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Hessett?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Hessett is 30 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Colchester to Hessett.

Where can I stay near Hessett?

There are 539+ hotels available in Hessett.

Colchester to Hessett - 5 ways to travel via train, line 988 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Stowmarket to Thurstontrain Ipswich - Cambridge / ...
1h 26m
£36–51
Drive 29.5 mi
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1. Drive from Colchester to Hessettcar 29.5 mi
51 min
£8–11
Train, line 988 bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Argos Store to Thurston 6th Formbus 988
2h 3m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Road West to The Greenbus Db1
2h 37m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Hessetttaxi 29.5 mi
51 min
£130–160

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Distance: 42 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Hessett via Stowmarket and Thurston in around 1h 26m.

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