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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Somerset is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Somerset is to train which takes 4h and costs £90 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Verriers via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Somerset?

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

How far is it from Colchester to Somerset?

The distance between Colchester and Somerset is 207 miles. The road distance is 201.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Colchester to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Somerset?

The best way to get from Colchester to Somerset is to train which takes 4h and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h.

Where does the Colchester to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Somerset is 201 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Colchester to Somerset.

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

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Where can I stay near Somerset?

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Colchester to Somerset - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Colchester to Somerset 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 Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h
£92–180
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 Verriersbus 502
7h
£42–106
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Verriersbus Sf1
5h 13m
Drive 200 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Somersetcar 200 mi
4h 23m
£49–71
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
6h 13m
£54–169
Train to London City Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
6h 7m
£218–478
Train to London Southend Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfieldtrain
2. Fly from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane SEN - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
6h 46m
£107–208

Colchester to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 205.9 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Shovel Lane via Stratford, London Paddington, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop J, and Castle Way in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Verriers via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h.

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