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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Southampton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £55 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Southampton Central via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Colchester to Southampton?

The distance between Colchester and Southampton is 136 miles. The road distance is 136 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Colchester to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Southampton train from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Southampton is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Colchester to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1970+ hotels available in Southampton.

Colchester to Southampton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Colchester to Southampton by train, bus, or car

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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 Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 39m
£56–100
Drive 135.2 mi
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1. Drive from Colchester to Southamptoncar 135.2 mi
3h 3m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain
5h 35m
£56–126

Colchester to Southampton by train and subway

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Distance: 135 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Southampton Central via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 39m.

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