What is the cheapest way to get from Essex to Suffolk?

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Suffolk is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essex to Suffolk?

The fastest way to get from Essex to Suffolk is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Suffolk?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Witham (Essex) and arriving at Stowmarket via Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Essex to Suffolk?

The distance between Essex and Suffolk is 42 miles. The road distance is 35 miles.

How do I travel from Essex to Suffolk without a car?

The best way to get from Essex to Suffolk without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £19 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Essex to Suffolk?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Essex to Suffolk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Suffolk train from?

Essex to Suffolk train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Witham (Essex) station.

Where does the Essex to Suffolk train arrive?

Essex to Suffolk train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Essex to Suffolk?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Suffolk is 35 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Essex to Suffolk.

How do I get a train ticket from Essex to Suffolk?

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Where can I stay near Suffolk?

There are 898+ hotels available in Suffolk.

Essex to Suffolk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Essex to Suffolk by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Witham (Essex) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 5m
£19–37
Drive 34.8 mi
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1. Drive from Essex to Suffolkcar 34.8 mi
56 min
£9–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Colchester stationbus X20
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 25m
£18–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essex to Suffolktaxi 34.8 mi
56 min
£70–90

Essex to Suffolk by train

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Essex, England and Suffolk, England?

You can take a train from Witham (Essex) to Stowmarket via Colchester in around 1h 5m.

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