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How to get fromMarlborough to Colchesterby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Fleming Waybus bus X5
    2. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain train
    3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain train
    2h 51m

  2. Drive 137.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Marlborough to Colchestercar car 137.5 mi
    2h 44m
    £34–48

  3. Line 80 bus, train, line 351 bus, bus

    1. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Fleming Waybus bus 80 / ...
    2. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain train
    3. Take the train from London Paddington to Brentwoodtrain train
    4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus bus 351
    5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus bus 371 / ...
    5h 22m

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  • Distance: 145.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Marlborough, Wiltshire, England and Colchester, England?

There is no direct connection from Marlborough to Colchester. However, you can take the bus to Fleming Way, walk to Swindon, take the train to London Paddington, take the train to Stratford, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lloyds Bank to Osborne Street via Fleming Way, Swindon, London Paddington, Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 5h 22m.

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