What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Monks Eleigh?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Monks Eleigh is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Monks Eleigh?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Monks Eleigh is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Monks Eleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Monks Eleigh. However, there are services departing from Osborne Street and arriving at The Swan via Thomas Gainsborough School. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Colchester to Monks Eleigh?

The distance between Colchester and Monks Eleigh is 31 miles. The road distance is 20.1 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Monks Eleigh without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Monks Eleigh without a car is to line 44 bus and line 716 bus which takes 2h 33m and costs £6 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Monks Eleigh?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Colchester to Monks Eleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Monks Eleigh bus from?

Colchester to Monks Eleigh bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Osborne Street station.

Where does the Colchester to Monks Eleigh bus arrive?

Colchester to Monks Eleigh bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Queensway station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Monks Eleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Monks Eleigh is 20 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Colchester to Monks Eleigh.

Where can I stay near Monks Eleigh?

There are 897+ hotels available in Monks Eleigh.

Colchester to Monks Eleigh - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 44 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Monks Eleigh by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 44 bus, line 716 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Queenswaybus 44 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thomas Gainsborough School to The Swanbus 716
2h 33m
£6–10
Drive 19.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Monks Eleighcar 19.9 mi
30 min
£5–7
Train, line 51 bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Clock Towerbus 51
3h 1m
£17–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Monks Eleightaxi 19.9 mi
30 min
£40–55
Line 43 bus, line 716 bus
1. Take the bus from Head Street to Queenswaybus 43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thomas Gainsborough School to The Swanbus 716
2h 53m
£8–11

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Monks Eleigh, England?

You can take a bus from Osborne Street to The Swan via Queensway and Thomas Gainsborough School in around 2h 33m.

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