What is the cheapest way to get from Market Drayton to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Market Drayton to Colchester is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Market Drayton to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Market Drayton to Colchester is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Market Drayton and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Market Drayton to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Wellington (Shropshire) and arriving at Colchester via Birmingham New Street, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Market Drayton to Colchester?

The distance between Market Drayton and Colchester is 218 miles. The road distance is 187.3 miles.

How do I travel from Market Drayton to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Market Drayton to Colchester without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 16m and costs £70 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Market Drayton to Colchester?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Market Drayton to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Market Drayton to Colchester train from?

Market Drayton to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Wellington (Shropshire) station.

Where does the Market Drayton to Colchester train arrive?

Market Drayton to Colchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Market Drayton to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Market Drayton to Colchester is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Market Drayton to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1051+ hotels available in Colchester.

Market Drayton to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Market Drayton to Colchester by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Wellington (Shropshire) to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
4h 16m
£74–177
Drive 186.2 mi
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1. Drive from Market Drayton to Colchestercar 186.2 mi
3h 31m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington (Shropshire) to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
7h 52m
£103–156

Market Drayton to Colchester by bus, train, subway, and foot

120Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.6 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Market Drayton, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a bus from Stand B to Colchester via Bus Station, Wellington (Shropshire), Birmingham New Street, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 16m.

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