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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Colchester is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Colchester via Victoria station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Colchester?

The distance between Eastbourne and Colchester is 122 miles. The road distance is 104.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Eastbourne to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Colchester train from?

Eastbourne to Colchester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Colchester train arrive?

Eastbourne to Colchester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Colchester is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Eastbourne to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1055+ hotels available in Colchester.

Eastbourne to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Eastbourne to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 55m
£60–118
Drive 104.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Colchestercar 104.3 mi
2h 6m
£26–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Brighton Stationbus 12X / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
6h 33m
£50–92

Eastbourne to Colchester by train and subway

220Weekly Services

2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.9 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Colchester via London Victoria, Victoria station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 55m.

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