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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Colchester is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £90 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Verriers and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Somerset to Colchester?

The distance between Somerset and Colchester is 206 miles. The road distance is 199.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Somerset to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Colchester bus from?

Somerset to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Verriers station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Colchester train from?

Somerset to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Colchester?

The best way to get from Somerset to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Somerset to Colchester bus arrive?

Somerset to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Somerset to Colchester train arrive?

Somerset to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Colchester is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Somerset to Colchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Somerset to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Somerset to Colchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Somerset to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 8m
£91–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717 / ...
6h 51m
£37–63
Drive 198.7 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Colchestercar 198.7 mi
4h 18m
£49–71
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
7h 3m
£269–357
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
7h 15m
£56–100
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Stationbus
7h 34m
£71–171
Fly to London Southend Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Southend Airport (SEN)plane BRS - SEN
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain
7h 34m
£64–247

Somerset to Colchester by bus and train

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Distance: 205.2 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Somerset, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Colchester via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Verriers to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 51m.

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