What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester is to Airport Transfer which takes 1h 30m and costs £16 - £21.

Is there a direct train between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Colchester via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Colchester is 82 miles. The road distance is 86.3 miles.

How do I travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 36m and costs £40 - £95.

How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester train from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester train arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Can I share a ride from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Colchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester by train, subway, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the subway from London Bridge station to Stratford stationsubway
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
1h 36m
£41–94
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Colchesterrideshare 85.8 mi
1h 30m
£16–21
Train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
4h 1m
£32–61
Drive 85.8 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchestercar 85.8 mi
1h 30m
£21–30

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester by train and subway

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Distance: 81.5 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England and Colchester, England?

There is no direct connection from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Colchester. However, you can take the train to London Bridge, walk to London Bridge station, take the subway to Stratford station, walk to Stratford (London), then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Osborne Street via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 4h 1m.

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