What is the cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Colchester is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Colchester is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Melton Mowbray and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Melton Mowbray to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Colchester via Leicester, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Melton Mowbray to Colchester?

The distance between Melton Mowbray and Colchester is 168 miles. The road distance is 113.3 miles.

How do I travel from Melton Mowbray to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Melton Mowbray to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Melton Mowbray to Colchester?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Melton Mowbray to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melton Mowbray to Colchester train from?

Melton Mowbray to Colchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Where does the Melton Mowbray to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melton Mowbray to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton Mowbray to Colchester is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Melton Mowbray to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Melton Mowbray to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Melton Mowbray to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melton Mowbray to Colchester by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester 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 35m
£73–117
Drive 112.7 mi
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1. Drive from Melton Mowbray to Colchestercar 112.7 mi
2h 26m
£28–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717 / ...
3h 56m
£52–77
Train, bus via Bus Interchange
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Head Streetbus X20 / ...
4h 1m
£52–74

Melton Mowbray to Colchester by train and bus

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3h 56mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Melton Mowbray, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Melton Mowbray to Colchester via Leicester, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 35m.

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