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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Margate is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Margate is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Margate. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Margate. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Margate via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Colchester to Margate?

The distance between Colchester and Margate is 134 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Margate without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Colchester to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Margate bus from?

Colchester to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Margate?

The best way to get from Colchester to Margate is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Colchester to Margate bus arrive?

Colchester to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Colchester to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Margate is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Colchester to Margate.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Colchester to Margate?

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Margate by train, bus, 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 International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 31m
£64–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoriabus 816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
6h 25m
£25–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus Uk007
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 49m
£46–89
Drive 107.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Margatecar 107.2 mi
1h 54m
£27–39

Colchester to Margate by train

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Distance: 133 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Margate via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Marine Terrace via London Victoria in around 6h 25m.

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