What is the cheapest way to get from London to Colchester Town?

The cheapest way to get from London to Colchester Town is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Colchester Town?

The fastest way to get from London to Colchester Town is to train via Colchester which takes 1h 10m and costs £25 - £50.

Is there a direct train between London and Colchester Town?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Liverpool Street and arriving at Colchester Town. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from London to Colchester Town?

The distance between London and Colchester Town is 54 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

How do I travel from London to Colchester Town without a car?

The best way to get from London to Colchester Town without a car is to train via Colchester which takes 1h 10m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from London to Colchester Town?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from London to Colchester Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Colchester Town train from?

London to Colchester Town train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from London Liverpool Street station.

Where does the London to Colchester Town train arrive?

London to Colchester Town train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from London to Colchester Town?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Colchester Town is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from London to Colchester Town.

How do I get a train ticket from London to Colchester Town?

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Where can I stay near Colchester Town?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Colchester Town.

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

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

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Train via Colchester
best
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 10m
£26–46
Drive 57.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to Colchester Towncar 57.7 mi
1h 22m
£14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
2h 22m
£16–30
Train
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
1h 11m
£25–50

London to Colchester Town by train

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.5 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between London, England and Colchester Town, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 46 min.

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