What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames is to bus and line 300 bus and line 100 bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Purfleet-on-Thames?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Stratford City Bus Station via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Purfleet-on-Thames?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Purfleet via Stratford station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames?

The distance between Colchester and Purfleet-on-Thames is 61 miles. The road distance is 48.2 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £27 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames bus from?

Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames train from?

Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames?

The best way to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames bus arrive?

Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames train arrive?

Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames is 48 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames?

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Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 West Ham to Purfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Grays / ...
1h 18m
£28–48
Bus, line 300 bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
4h 6m
£7–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9 / ...
2h 24m
£17–42
Drive 47.9 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thamescar 47.9 mi
52 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thamestaxi 47.9 mi
52 min
£100–120

Colchester to Purfleet-on-Thames by train and subway

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Distance: 60.6 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Purfleet-on-Thames, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Purfleet via Stratford (London), Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Purfleet via Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Stratford station, West Ham station, and West Ham in around 2h 24m.

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