What is the cheapest way to get from Tower of London to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Tower of London to Colchester is to line 300 bus and bus which costs £12 - £24 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tower of London to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Tower of London to Colchester is to train which takes 46 min and costs £24 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Tower of London and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Tower of London station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Osborne Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Tower of London and Colchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Liverpool Street and arriving at Colchester. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Tower of London to Colchester?

The distance between Tower of London and Colchester is 52 miles. The road distance is 55.5 miles.

How do I travel from Tower of London to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Tower of London to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £24 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Tower of London to Colchester?

The train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester takes 46 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tower of London to Colchester bus from?

Tower of London to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Tower of London to Colchester train from?

Tower of London to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from London Liverpool Street station.

Train or bus from Tower of London to Colchester?

The best way to get from Tower of London to Colchester is to train which takes 46 min and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and bus, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Tower of London to Colchester bus arrive?

Tower of London to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Tower of London to Colchester train arrive?

Tower of London to Colchester train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Colchester station.

Can I drive from Tower of London to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Tower of London to Colchester is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Tower of London to Colchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Tower of London to Colchester?

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Tower of London to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 300 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Tower of London to Colchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
46 min
£24–45
Line 300 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
3h 23m
£12–24
Drive 55.2 mi
1. Drive from Tower of London to Colchestercar 55.2 mi
1h 15m
£14–20

Tower of London to Colchester by train

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Distance: 51.3 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Tower of London, England and Colchester, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from London Fenchurch Street to Osborne Street via Basildon, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 23m.

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