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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Taunton is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Taunton is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £85 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Taunton?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at County Hall via Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Taunton via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Colchester to Taunton?

The distance between Colchester and Taunton is 199 miles. The road distance is 202.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Colchester to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Taunton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Taunton train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Taunton?

The best way to get from Colchester to Taunton is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Colchester to Taunton bus arrive?

Colchester to Taunton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium station.

Where does the Colchester to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Taunton is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Colchester to Taunton.

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

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Colchester to Taunton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Colchester to Taunton 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 / ...
3h 12m
£89–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Tottenham Hotspur Stadiumbus N08
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to County Hallbus N06
7h 10m
£40–100
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 Flook Housebus Sf1
5h 35m
Drive 201.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Tauntoncar 201.2 mi
4h 19m
£49–71
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly, train
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 train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
6h 34m
£73–208
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
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 train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
6h 19m
£237–528

Colchester to Taunton by train

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Distance: 197.7 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Taunton via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to County Hall via Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in around 7h 10m.

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