What is the cheapest way to get from Lyme Regis to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Lyme Regis to Colchester is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyme Regis to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Lyme Regis to Colchester is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Lyme Regis and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Lyme Regis to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Colchester via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Lyme Regis to Colchester?

The distance between Lyme Regis and Colchester is 207 miles. The road distance is 207.6 miles.

How do I travel from Lyme Regis to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Lyme Regis to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £85 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Lyme Regis to Colchester?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Lyme Regis to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyme Regis to Colchester train from?

Lyme Regis to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Where does the Lyme Regis to Colchester train arrive?

Lyme Regis to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Lyme Regis to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyme Regis to Colchester is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Lyme Regis to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1051+ hotels available in Colchester.

Lyme Regis to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Lyme Regis to Colchester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 57m
£86–194
Drive 206.4 mi
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1. Drive from Lyme Regis to Colchestercar 206.4 mi
4h 21m
£51–73
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
7h 56m
£260–533
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
8h 20m
£141–325

Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY) flights

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Distance: 205.8 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Lyme Regis, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a bus from Kent House to Colchester via Rail Station, Axminster, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 57m.

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