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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Stratford is to bus which costs £6 - £11 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Stratford is to train which takes 38 min and costs £23 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Stratford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA and arriving at London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Stratford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Stratford (London). Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Stratford?

The distance between Colchester and Stratford is 48 miles. The road distance is 51.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Stratford without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £23 - £45.

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

The train from Colchester to Stratford (London) takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Stratford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Stratford train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Stratford?

The best way to get from Colchester to Stratford is to train which takes 38 min and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stansted Airport (STN), which costs £11 - £35 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Colchester to Stratford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Stratford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Stratford is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Colchester to Stratford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Stratford?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Stratford 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 / ...
38 min
£23–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus Uk007
2h
£6–11
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
1h 46m
£11–33
Drive 51.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Stratfordcar 51.6 mi
1h 10m
£13–19

Colchester to Stratford by train

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Stratford (London) every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Stratford City Bus Station via Coach Station in around 1h 46m.

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