What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY)?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY)?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) is to train which takes 57 min and costs £24 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and London City Airport (LCY)?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY). However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at London City Airport via Coach Station and Stratford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and London City Airport (LCY)?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) station. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at London City Airport DLR Station via Stratford DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY)?

The distance between Colchester and London City Airport (LCY) is 52 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £24 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY)?

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) bus from?

Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) train from?

Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY)?

The best way to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) is to train which takes 57 min and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 473 bus, which costs £13 - £60 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) bus arrive?

Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) train arrive?

Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY)?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY).

Where can I stay near London City Airport (LCY)?

There are 21200+ hotels available in London City Airport (LCY).

Can I share a ride from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Colchester and London City Airport (LCY). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) by train, bus, rideshare, 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 DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Stationtrain Dlr
57 min
£25–44
Bus, line 473 bus
cheapest
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 Bus Station to London City Airportbus 473
2h 26m
£13–57
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Colchester to London City-LCYrideshare 52.4 mi
1h 7m
Drive 52.4 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to London City Airport (LCY)car 52.4 mi
1h 7m
£13–19
Bus, line 351 bus, line 474 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Brentwood stationbus 351
3. Take the bus from Manor Park Station to London City Airportbus 474
3h 43m
£14–63

Colchester to London City Airport (LCY) by train

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Distance: 51.5 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Colchester, England and London City Airport (LCY), England?

You can take a train from Colchester to London City Airport DLR Station via Stratford (London) and Stratford DLR Station in around 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to London City Airport via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Stratford Bus Station in around 2h 26m.

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