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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Colchester is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Margate to Colchester?

The distance between Margate and Colchester is 134 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Margate to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Colchester train from?

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

Where does the Margate to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Margate to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Colchester is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Margate to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 15m
£67–115
Drive 107.3 mi
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1. Drive from Margate to Colchestercar 107.3 mi
1h 54m
£27–39
Train, line 700 bus, bus, line 100 bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the train from Margate to Rochestertrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 700
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
6h 28m

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Distance: 133 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 15m.

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