What is the cheapest way to get from Greenwich Station to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Greenwich Station to Colchester is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenwich Station to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Greenwich Station to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Greenwich Station and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenwich Station station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Osborne Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Greenwich Station and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Greenwich Station station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Greenwich DLR Station and arriving at Colchester via Canary Wharf DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Greenwich Station to Colchester?

The distance between Greenwich Station and Colchester is 53 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

How do I travel from Greenwich Station to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Greenwich Station to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £26 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Greenwich Station to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Greenwich Station to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenwich Station to Colchester bus from?

Greenwich Station to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Greenwich Station to Colchester train from?

Greenwich Station to Colchester train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Canary Wharf DLR Station.

Train or bus from Greenwich Station to Colchester?

The best way to get from Greenwich Station to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £26 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £26 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Greenwich Station to Colchester bus arrive?

Greenwich Station to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Greenwich Station to Colchester train arrive?

Greenwich Station to Colchester train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Stratford DLR Station.

Can I drive from Greenwich Station to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenwich Station to Colchester is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Greenwich Station to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1062+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canary Wharf DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 21m
£26–49
Line 300 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3h 52m
£13–26
Drive 55.4 mi
1. Drive from Greenwich Station to Colchestercar 55.4 mi
1h 14m
£14–20

Greenwich Station to Colchester by foot and train

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Greenwich Station, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a vehicle from Greenwich Station to Colchester via Greenwich DLR Station, Canary Wharf DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Greenwich Station to Osborne Street via Greenwich DLR Station, Limehouse, Basildon, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 52m.

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