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How to get fromEltham to Colchesterby bus, train, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Eltham to Colchester by bus, train, or car

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  1. Line 161 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / Court Yard to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus bus 161
    2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain train Dlr
    3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain train
    1h 36m
    £27–50

  2. Drive 57.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Eltham to Colchestercar car 57.8 mi
    1h 9m
    £15–21

Eltham to Colchester by bus and train

Calendar514Weekly Services
Duration1h 36mAverage Duration
Ticket£27Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 56.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 36m

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

There is no direct connection from Eltham to Colchester. However, you can take the line 161 bus to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal, walk to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station, take the train to Stratford DLR Station, walk to Stratford (London), then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can drive from Eltham to Colchester in around 1h 9m.

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