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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Olney is to bus via London Luton Airport (LTN) which costs £19 - £35 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Olney is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Olney?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Olney. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at The Bull via Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and The Point. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Colchester to Olney?

The distance between Colchester and Olney is 116 miles. The road distance is 86.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Olney without a car is to train and line 21 bus which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Colchester to Olney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Olney bus from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Olney bus arrive?

Colchester to Olney bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Olney?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Olney is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Colchester to Olney.

Where can I stay near Olney?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Olney.

Colchester to Olney - 4 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central station to The Bullbus 21
3h 18m
£44–99
Bus via London Luton Airport (LTN)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to The Pointbus Mk1
7h 35m
£19–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
6h 45m
£24–57
Drive 86.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Olneycar 86.1 mi
1h 52m
£22–31

Colchester to Olney by train, foot, subway, and bus

55Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.8 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Stop to The Bull via Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and The Point in around 6h 45m.

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