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

The cheapest way to get from Swanscombe to Colchester is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanscombe to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Swanscombe and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanscombe station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Stratford City Bus Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Swanscombe and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Swanscombe to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Colchester via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Swanscombe to Colchester?

The distance between Swanscombe and Colchester is 65 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanscombe to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Swanscombe to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanscombe to Colchester bus from?

Swanscombe to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Stratford City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swanscombe to Colchester train from?

Swanscombe to Colchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ebbsfleet International station.

Train or bus from Swanscombe to Colchester?

The best way to get from Swanscombe to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Swanscombe to Colchester bus arrive?

Swanscombe to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Swanscombe to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanscombe to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanscombe to Colchester is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Swanscombe to Colchester.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Swanscombe to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 5m
£32–53
Drive 52.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanscombe to Colchestercar 52.4 mi
1h
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717 / ...
2h 56m
£17–35
Train via Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station
1. Take the train from Swanscombe to Woolwich Arsenaltrain
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
1h 41m
£30–49
Bus, line 100 bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus x80
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
4h 52m

Swanscombe to Colchester by train

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Distance: 64.9 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a train from Ebbsfleet International to Colchester via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ebbsfleet International to Coach Stop via Stratford International, Stratford City Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 2h 56m.

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