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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Colchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Colchester via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Southampton to Colchester?

The distance between Southampton and Colchester is 136 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Southampton to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Colchester train from?

Southampton to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Colchester train arrive?

Southampton to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Colchester is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Southampton to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1055+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 29m
£60–134
Drive 134.1 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Colchestercar 134.1 mi
2h 58m
£33–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
5h 28m
£62–131

Southampton to Colchester by train and subway

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Distance: 134.8 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Colchester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 29m.

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