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

The cheapest way to get from Stamford to Colchester is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stamford to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Stamford and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stamford to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Stamford and arriving at Colchester via Ely and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Stamford to Colchester?

The distance between Stamford and Colchester is 111 miles. The road distance is 92.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stamford to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Stamford to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stamford to Colchester train from?

Stamford to Colchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stamford station.

Where does the Stamford to Colchester train arrive?

Stamford to Colchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Stamford to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stamford to Colchester is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Stamford to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1052+ hotels available in Colchester.

Stamford to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Stamford to Colchester by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stamford to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from Ely to Ipswichtrain Peterborough - Ipswich / ...
3h 17m
£53–91
Drive 91.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stamford to Colchestercar 91.7 mi
1h 57m
£23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stamford to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
3h 29m
£50–76
Train, bus via Bus Interchange
1. Take the train from Stamford to Stansted Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
3. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Head Streetbus X20 / ...
3h 51m
£49–66

Stamford to Colchester by train

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3h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 109.9 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Stamford to Colchester via Ely and Ipswich in around 3h 17m.

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