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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Lincoln is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Lincoln is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Lincoln Central via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Colchester to Lincoln?

The distance between Colchester and Lincoln is 191 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Lincoln without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 41m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Colchester to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Lincoln train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Lincoln train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Lincoln is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Colchester to Lincoln.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Lincoln?

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Where can I stay near Lincoln?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Lincoln Centraltrain London Kings Cross - Lincoln Central
3h 41m
£71–117
Drive 130.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Lincolncar 130.7 mi
2h 52m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Peterboroughtrain Colchester - Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Lincoln Centraltrain Peterborough - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 45m
£67–131
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Lincoln Centraltrain
5h 46m
£58–106

Colchester to Lincoln by train and subway

47Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.5 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Lincoln Central via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 41m.

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