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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Colchester is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Colchester is to train via London which takes 2h 54m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Coach Stop via Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Colchester?

The distance between Gloucester and Colchester is 170 miles. The road distance is 162.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Colchester without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 54m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Gloucester to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Colchester bus from?

Gloucester to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Colchester train from?

Gloucester to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Colchester?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Colchester is to train via London which takes 2h 54m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Gloucester to Colchester bus arrive?

Gloucester to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way station.

Where does the Gloucester to Colchester train arrive?

Gloucester to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Colchester is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Gloucester to Colchester.

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

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Gloucester to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gloucester to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 54m
£76–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Waybus W13
2. Take the bus from Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way to Coach Stopbus W20
5h 50m
£26–44
Drive 161.9 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Colchestercar 161.9 mi
3h 6m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 35m
£98–143

Gloucester to Colchester by train

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Coach Stop via Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way in around 5h 50m.

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