What is the cheapest way to get from Dedham to Colchester Town?

The cheapest way to get from Dedham to Colchester Town is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dedham to Colchester Town?

The fastest way to get from Dedham to Colchester Town is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dedham and Colchester Town?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Forge Street and arriving at Greyfriars. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Dedham to Colchester Town?

The distance between Dedham and Colchester Town is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dedham to Colchester Town without a car?

The best way to get from Dedham to Colchester Town without a car is to bus which takes 29 min and costs £2 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Dedham to Colchester Town?

The bus from Forge Street to Greyfriars takes 23 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Dedham to Colchester Town bus from?

Dedham to Colchester Town bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Forge Street station.

Where does the Dedham to Colchester Town bus arrive?

Dedham to Colchester Town bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Greyfriars station.

Can I drive from Dedham to Colchester Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Dedham to Colchester Town is 7 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Dedham to Colchester Town.

Where can I stay near Colchester Town?

There are 1041+ hotels available in Colchester Town.

Dedham to Colchester Town - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dedham to Colchester Town by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Forge Street to Greyfriarsbus 102
29 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dedham to Colchester Towntaxi 7.3 mi
13 min
£35–45
Drive 7.3 mi
1. Drive from Dedham to Colchester Towncar 7.3 mi
13 min
£2–3
Bus via The Marlborough Head
1. Take the bus from The Marlborough Head to Osborne Streetbus 81 / ...
38 min
£2–3

Dedham to Colchester Town by bus and foot

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Distance: 8.2 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Dedham, England and Colchester Town, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Forge Street to Greyfriars 5 times a day. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 23 min. Hedingham & Chambers also services this route twice daily.

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