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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Torquay is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £110 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Cary Parade via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Paignton via Stratford, London Paddington and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Colchester to Torquay?

The distance between Colchester and Torquay is 258 miles. The road distance is 249.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Colchester to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Torquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colchester to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Colchester to Torquay?

The best way to get from Colchester to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Colchester to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Torquay is 250 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Colchester to Torquay.

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Colchester to Torquay 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 Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 50m
£112–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 501
9h 18m
£44–77
Drive 248.3 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Torquaycar 248.3 mi
5h 2m
£62–89
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 26m
£136–345
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
6h 36m
£98–188
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 Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 49m
£288–662

Colchester to Torquay by train

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Distance: 256.3 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Paignton via Stratford, London Paddington, and Newton Abbot in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Cary Parade via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 9h 18m.

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