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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Stafford is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Stafford is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £65 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Wetherspoons PH via Coach Station, Old Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Stafford?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Stafford via Moorgate station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Colchester to Stafford?

The distance between Colchester and Stafford is 188 miles. The road distance is 170.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Colchester to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Stafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Stafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Stafford?

The best way to get from Colchester to Stafford is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Colchester to Stafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Stafford is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Colchester to Stafford.

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

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

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Colchester to Stafford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Staffordtrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 30m
£67–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
8h 21m
£35–89
Drive 169.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Staffordcar 169.1 mi
3h 14m
£42–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
5h 37m
£100–158

Colchester to Stafford by train, foot, and subway

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2h 30mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Stafford via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Wetherspoons PH via Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Old Square, and Bus Station in around 8h 21m.

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