What is the cheapest way to get from Norfolk to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Norfolk to Colchester is to bus which costs £10 - £16 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Norfolk to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Norfolk to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Norfolk and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Norfolk to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Hornbeam Drive and arriving at Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Norfolk to Colchester?

The distance between Norfolk and Colchester is 79 miles. The road distance is 64.8 miles.

How do I travel from Norfolk to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Norfolk to Colchester without a car is to line 8 bus and train which takes 1h 57m and costs £30 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Norfolk to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Norfolk to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norfolk to Colchester bus from?

Norfolk to Colchester bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Hornbeam Drive station.

Where does the Norfolk to Colchester bus arrive?

Norfolk to Colchester bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Norfolk to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Norfolk to Colchester is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Norfolk to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1018+ hotels available in Colchester.

Norfolk to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 8 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Lodge to Railway Stationbus 8 / ...
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 57m
£33–54
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Hornbeam Drive to Bus Stationbus D / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwich to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
3h 45m
£10–15
Drive 64.4 mi
1. Drive from Norfolk to Colchestercar 64.4 mi
1h 26m
£16–23

Norfolk to Colchester by bus and train

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1h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Norfolk, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a bus from Hornbeam Drive to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA via Norwich in around 3h 45m.

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