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

The cheapest way to get from Needham Market to Colchester is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Needham Market to Colchester is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Needham Market and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Needham Market and arriving at Colchester. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Needham Market to Colchester?

The distance between Needham Market and Colchester is 26 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Needham Market to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £12 - £22.

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

The train from Needham Market to Colchester takes 32 min including transfers and departs once a week.

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

Needham Market to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Needham Market station.

Where does the Needham Market to Colchester train arrive?

Needham Market to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Needham Market to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Needham Market to Colchester is 24 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Needham Market to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Needham Market to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1055+ hotels available in Colchester.

Needham Market to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Needham Market to Colchester by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Needham Market to Colchestertrain Cambridge - Colchester
32 min
£12–22
Drive 23.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needham Market to Colchestercar 23.7 mi
27 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Needham Market to Colchestertaxi 23.7 mi
27 min
£50–65
Train via Ipswich
1. Take the train from Needham Market to Ipswichtrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
43 min
£12–22

Needham Market to Colchester by train

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Needham Market to Colchester once a week. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 32 min.

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