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How to get fromNew Forest to Colchesterby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from New Forest 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 52m

  2. Drive 136.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from New Forest to Colchestercar car 136.3 mi
    2h 42m
    £34–48

  3. Line 1 bus, train, bus

    1. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Station Roadbus bus 1
    2. Take the train from Reading to Bond Street Stationtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus bus 371 / ...
    6h 54m
    £47–94

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 145.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between New Forest, Wiltshire, England and Colchester, England?

There is no direct connection from New Forest 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 Savernake Hospital to Osborne Street via Newbury Wharf, Station Road, Reading, Bond Street Station, Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 6h 54m.

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