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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Whipsnade is to bus via Bus Interchange which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Whipsnade is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Whipsnade?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Whipsnade. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Whipsnade Park Homes via Coach Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Colchester to Whipsnade?

The distance between Colchester and Whipsnade is 93 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Whipsnade without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Colchester to Whipsnade, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Whipsnade bus from?

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

Where does the Colchester to Whipsnade bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colchester to Whipsnade?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Whipsnade is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Colchester to Whipsnade.

Where can I stay near Whipsnade?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Whipsnade.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Lutontrain
3. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Whipsnade Park Homesbus Zoo
3h 17m
£45–88
Bus via Bus Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 737
6h 6m
£16–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 737
5h 16m
£18–40
Drive 72.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Whipsnadecar 72.8 mi
1h 39m
£18–26

Colchester to Whipsnade by train and bus

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3h 17mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.4 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Stop to Whipsnade Park Homes via Coach Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 5h 16m.

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