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

The cheapest way to get from Rainham to Colchester is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainham to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Rainham and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Rainham to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Rainham (Kent) and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Rainham to Colchester?

The distance between Rainham and Colchester is 81 miles. The road distance is 68.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rainham to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Rainham to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Colchester train from?

Rainham to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rainham (Kent) station.

Where does the Rainham to Colchester train arrive?

Rainham to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Rainham to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainham to Colchester is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Rainham to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Rainham to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1062+ hotels available in Colchester.

Rainham to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 35m
£41–80
Drive 67.7 mi
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1. Drive from Rainham to Colchestercar 67.7 mi
1h 20m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
3h 26m
£28–65

Rainham to Colchester by train

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Rainham, Medway, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Rainham (Kent) to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 35m.

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