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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Suffolk is to line 717 bus and line 88 bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Suffolk is to train which takes 30 min and costs £14 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Suffolk?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Muntons via Old Cattle Market Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Suffolk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colchester and arriving at Stowmarket. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Suffolk?

The distance between Colchester and Suffolk is 29 miles. The road distance is 25.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Suffolk without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £14 - £26.

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

The train from Colchester to Stowmarket takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Suffolk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Suffolk train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Suffolk?

The best way to get from Colchester to Suffolk is to train which takes 30 min and costs £14 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 717 bus and line 88 bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Colchester to Suffolk bus arrive?

Colchester to Suffolk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cardinal Park Cinema station.

Where does the Colchester to Suffolk train arrive?

Colchester to Suffolk train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stowmarket station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Suffolk?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Suffolk is 26 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Colchester to Suffolk.

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

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Where can I stay near Suffolk?

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Colchester to Suffolk - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 717 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Suffolk by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
30 min
£14–26
Line 717 bus, line 88 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
2. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Muntonsbus 88
1h 36m
£4–11
Drive 25.7 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Suffolkcar 25.7 mi
45 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Suffolktaxi 25.7 mi
45 min
£55–70

Colchester to Suffolk by train

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Colchester to Stowmarket hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Muntons via Cardinal Park Cinema and Old Cattle Market Bus Station in around 1h 36m.

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