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

The cheapest way to get from Plaistow to Colchester is to line 300 bus and bus which costs £11 - £22 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plaistow to Colchester is to train which takes 52 min and costs £23 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Plaistow and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Plaistow station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Osborne Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Plaistow and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Plaistow station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from West Ham station and arriving at Colchester via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Plaistow to Colchester?

The distance between Plaistow and Colchester is 49 miles. The road distance is 52.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plaistow to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Plaistow to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plaistow to Colchester bus from?

Plaistow to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Plaistow to Colchester train from?

Plaistow to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stratford (London) station.

Train or bus from Plaistow to Colchester?

The best way to get from Plaistow to Colchester is to train which takes 52 min and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £22 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Plaistow to Colchester bus arrive?

Plaistow to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Plaistow to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plaistow to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Plaistow to Colchester is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Plaistow to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1067+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
52 min
£24–49
Line 300 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3h 14m
£11–21
Drive 51.8 mi
1. Drive from Plaistow to Colchestercar 51.8 mi
1h 6m
£13–18

Plaistow to Colchester by train and bus

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Plaistow, Greater London, England and Colchester, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Stratford (London) to Colchester every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from West Ham to Osborne Street via Basildon, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 14m.

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