What is the cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Colchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loughborough to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Loughborough and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Colchester via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Loughborough to Colchester?

The distance between Loughborough and Colchester is 166 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

How do I travel from Loughborough to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Loughborough to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Loughborough to Colchester?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Loughborough to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Colchester train from?

Loughborough to Colchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Loughborough (Leics) station.

Where does the Loughborough to Colchester train arrive?

Loughborough to Colchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Loughborough to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Colchester is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Loughborough to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Loughborough to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Loughborough to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Loughborough (Leics) to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 19m
£76–112
Drive 126.8 mi
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1. Drive from Loughborough to Colchestercar 126.8 mi
2h 42m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leicester to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717 / ...
5h 24m
£61–97

Loughborough to Colchester by train and subway

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Distance: 164.6 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Loughborough, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Colchester via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 19m.

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