What is the cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Potters Bar and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Potters Bar to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Potters Bar and arriving at Colchester via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Potters Bar to Colchester?

The distance between Potters Bar and Colchester is 66 miles. The road distance is 59.5 miles.

How do I travel from Potters Bar to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Potters Bar to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Potters Bar to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Potters Bar to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potters Bar to Colchester train from?

Potters Bar to Colchester train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Potters Bar station.

Where does the Potters Bar to Colchester train arrive?

Potters Bar to Colchester train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Moorgate station.

Can I drive from Potters Bar to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Potters Bar to Colchester is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Potters Bar to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Potters Bar to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Potters Bar to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 313 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Potters Bar to Moorgatetrain Welwyn Garden City - Moorgate / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 38m
£30–59
Drive 59.2 mi
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1. Drive from Potters Bar to Colchestercar 59.2 mi
1h 3m
£15–21
Line 313 bus, line 179 bus, train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tesco to Chingford Stationbus 313
2. Take the bus from Chingford Station to Ilford Stationbus 179
3. Take the train from Ilford to Brentwoodtrain
4. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
5h 8m
£16–28

Potters Bar to Colchester by train and foot

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.4 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Potters Bar, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Potters Bar to Colchester via Moorgate and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 38m.

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