What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea is to bus and line 3 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Leigh-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Osborne Street and arriving at Belton Way East via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Leigh-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Leigh-on-Sea via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea?

The distance between Colchester and Leigh-on-Sea is 78 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea bus from?

Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea train from?

Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 3 bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea bus arrive?

Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea train arrive?

Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea is 40 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea?

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Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 3 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 West Ham to Leigh-on-Seatrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
1h 27m
£34–66
Bus, line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Belton Way Eastbus 3
3h 27m
£5–6
Drive 39.5 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Leigh-on-Seacar 39.5 mi
45 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Leigh-on-Seataxi 39.5 mi
45 min
£90–120

Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea by train and subway

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Leigh-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Leigh-on-Sea via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osborne Street to Belton Way East via Bus Station in around 3h 27m.

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