What is the cheapest way to get from Harwich to Colchester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Colchester Zoo is to line 104 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harwich to Colchester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Colchester Zoo is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Colchester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Colchester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Colchester Zoo via Osborne Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Harwich to Colchester Zoo?

The distance between Harwich and Colchester Zoo is 24 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

How do I travel from Harwich to Colchester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Harwich to Colchester Zoo without a car is to train and bus and line 375 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs £11 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Harwich to Colchester Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Harwich to Colchester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Colchester Zoo bus from?

Harwich to Colchester Zoo bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Mayflower Avenue station.

Where does the Harwich to Colchester Zoo bus arrive?

Harwich to Colchester Zoo bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street station.

Can I drive from Harwich to Colchester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Colchester Zoo is 22 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Harwich to Colchester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Colchester Zoo?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Colchester Zoo.

Harwich to Colchester Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 375 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Harwich to Colchester Zoo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Harwich Town to Manningtreetrain
2. Take the train from Manningtree to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Groves Close to Osborne Streetbus 52
4. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Colchester Zoobus 75 / ...
1h 27m
£11–22
Line 104 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
1h 52m
£5–6
Drive 22.3 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Colchester Zoocar 22.3 mi
34 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harwich to Colchester Zootaxi 22.3 mi
34 min
£45–60

Harwich to Colchester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.1 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Harwich, England and Colchester Zoo, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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