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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Scarborough is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Scarborough is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £85 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Scarborough via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Colchester to Scarborough?

The distance between Colchester and Scarborough is 284 miles. The road distance is 207.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Colchester to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Scarborough train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Scarborough train arrive?

Colchester to Scarborough train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Scarborough is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Colchester to Scarborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1974+ hotels available in Scarborough.

Colchester to Scarborough - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Scarborough by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
4h 22m
£89–169
Drive 206.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Scarboroughcar 206.3 mi
4h 43m
£51–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
6h 48m
£126–404
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Colchester to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Scarboroughtrain
6h 14m
£102–208
Train via Peterborough #2
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
7h 15m
£84–141

Colchester to Scarborough by train and subway

130Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.8 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Scarborough via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 4h 22m.

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