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

The cheapest way to get from Farnborough to Colchester is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Farnborough to Colchester is to train and subway which takes 1h 45m and costs £35 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Farnborough and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Farnborough to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Farnborough (Main) and arriving at Colchester via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Farnborough to Colchester?

The distance between Farnborough and Colchester is 90 miles. The road distance is 92.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Farnborough to Colchester without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 45m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Farnborough to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Farnborough to Colchester train from?

Farnborough to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Farnborough (Main) station.

Where does the Farnborough to Colchester train arrive?

Farnborough to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Farnborough to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Farnborough to Colchester is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Farnborough to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Farnborough (Main) to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Stratford stationsubway
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
1h 45m
£39–65
Drive 91.7 mi
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1. Drive from Farnborough to Colchestercar 91.7 mi
2h 14m
£23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Brentwoodtrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
5h 3m
£33–63

Farnborough to Colchester by train and subway

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Distance: 89.1 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Farnborough to Colchester. However, you can take the train to London Waterloo, walk to Waterloo station, take the subway to Stratford station, walk to Stratford (London), then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frimley station to Osborne Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Heathrow Terminal 5, Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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