What is the cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo is to line 313 bus and bus via Bus Station which costs £7 - £11 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Colchester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Common Hill and arriving at Colchester Zoo via High Street, Bus Interchange and Crouch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Colchester Zoo is 48 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.

How do I travel from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo without a car is to line 313 bus and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £8 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo bus from?

Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, depart from Common Hill station.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo bus arrive?

Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo bus services, operated by Stephensons of Essex, arrive at High Street station.

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo is 34 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Colchester Zoo?

There are 1028+ hotels available in Colchester Zoo.

Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo - 4 ways to travel via line 313 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoo by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 313 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Common Hill to High Streetbus 313 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Head Streetbus X20
2h 46m
£8–12
Line 313 bus, bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Common Hill to High Streetbus 313 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Colchester Zoobus 375
3h 18m
£7–11
Drive 33.8 mi
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zoocar 33.8 mi
50 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saffron Walden to Colchester Zootaxi 33.8 mi
50 min
£70–85

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Distance: 48 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Saffron Walden, England and Colchester Zoo, England?

You can take a bus from Common Hill to Colchester Zoo via High Street, Bus Interchange, Head Street, Crouch Street, and Colchester Zoo in around 2h 46m.

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