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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Plymouth is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Plymouth is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £110 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Plymouth via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Colchester to Plymouth?

The distance between Colchester and Plymouth is 282 miles. The road distance is 271.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Colchester to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Plymouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Plymouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Colchester to Plymouth is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 10h.

Where does the Colchester to Plymouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Plymouth is 272 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Colchester to Plymouth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

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Colchester to Plymouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Colchester to Plymouth by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 57m
£119–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
10h
£43–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
8h 12m
£67–110
Drive 270.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Plymouthcar 270.2 mi
5h 21m
£68–98
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
7h 24m
£150–364
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
7h 52m
£288–631

Colchester to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 279.9 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Plymouth via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Plymouth Coach Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h.

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