What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to New Forest is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to New Forest is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bedwyn via Stratford, London Paddington and Newbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Colchester to New Forest?

The distance between Colchester and New Forest is 147 miles. The road distance is 138.2 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to New Forest without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 47m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to New Forest?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Colchester to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to New Forest train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to New Forest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to New Forest is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Colchester to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1038+ hotels available in New Forest.

Colchester to New Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Five Alls Courtbus X5
3h 47m
£60–122
Drive 137.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to New Forestcar 137.4 mi
2h 46m
£34–49
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Friar Street to Newbury Wharfbus 1
5h 33m
£55–106
Train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
4h 31m
£58–112

Colchester to New Forest by train and bus

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.2 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Savernake Hospital via Stratford, London Paddington, Newbury, Bedwyn, and Railway Station in around 4h 31m.

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