What is the cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Herne Bay to Colchester is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Herne Bay to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Herne Bay and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Herne Bay to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Herne Bay and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Herne Bay to Colchester?

The distance between Herne Bay and Colchester is 104 miles. The road distance is 97 miles.

How do I travel from Herne Bay to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Herne Bay to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Herne Bay to Colchester?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Herne Bay to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herne Bay to Colchester train from?

Herne Bay to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Herne Bay station.

Where does the Herne Bay to Colchester train arrive?

Herne Bay to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Herne Bay to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Herne Bay to Colchester is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Herne Bay to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Herne Bay to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Herne Bay to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 100 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Herne Bay to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 8m
£53–104
Drive 96.4 mi
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1. Drive from Herne Bay to Colchestercar 96.4 mi
1h 42m
£24–34
Train, bus, line 100 bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the train from Herne Bay to Rochestertrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
6h 17m

Herne Bay to Colchester by train

104Weekly Trains

2h 8mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.8 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Herne Bay, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Herne Bay to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 8m.

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