What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Long Melford?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Long Melford is to line 44 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Long Melford?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Long Melford is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Long Melford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Middleborough and arriving at Chapel Green. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Colchester to Long Melford?

The distance between Colchester and Long Melford is 22 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Long Melford without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Long Melford without a car is to line 43 bus which takes 1h 10m and costs £4 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Long Melford?

The line 43 bus from Middleborough to Chapel Green takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Long Melford bus from?

Colchester to Long Melford bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Middleborough station.

Where does the Colchester to Long Melford bus arrive?

Colchester to Long Melford bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Chapel Green station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Long Melford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Long Melford is 18 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Colchester to Long Melford.

Where can I stay near Long Melford?

There are 680+ hotels available in Long Melford.

Colchester to Long Melford - 4 ways to travel via line 43 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Long Melford by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 43 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Middleborough to Chapel Greenbus 43
1h 10m
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Long Melfordtaxi 18.2 mi
30 min
£40–50
Drive 18.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Long Melfordcar 18.2 mi
30 min
£5–7
Line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Middleborough to Bus Stationbus 43 / ...
1h 16m
£5–6

Colchester to Long Melford by bus

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Distance: 21.7 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Long Melford, England?

Hedingham & Chambers operates a bus from Middleborough to Chapel Green once a week. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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