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

The cheapest way to get from Norfolk to Essex is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norfolk to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Norfolk and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Norfolk to Essex. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Polecat Road via Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Norfolk to Essex?

The distance between Norfolk and Essex is 92 miles. The road distance is 70.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norfolk to Essex without a car is to line 8 bus and train which takes 2h 21m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Norfolk to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norfolk to Essex bus from?

Norfolk to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Norfolk to Essex bus arrive?

Norfolk to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Norfolk to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Norfolk to Essex is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Norfolk to Essex.

Where can I stay near Essex?

There are 742+ hotels available in Essex.

Norfolk to Essex - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Norfolk to Essex 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 / ...
2h 21m
£39–76
Drive 69.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Norfolk to Essexcar 69.8 mi
1h 34m
£17–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Colchester station to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
3h 49m
£37–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 20m
£24–56

Norfolk to Essex by bus and train

204Weekly Services

2h 21mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £17–45 and the journey takes 3h.

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