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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Colchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £90 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Colchester via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Wigan to Colchester?

The distance between Wigan and Colchester is 249 miles. The road distance is 223.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Wigan to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Colchester train from?

Wigan to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Where does the Wigan to Colchester train arrive?

Wigan to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Colchester is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Wigan to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1052+ hotels available in Colchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 10m
£94–164
Drive 221.8 mi
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1. Drive from Wigan to Colchestercar 221.8 mi
4h 28m
£55–79
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
5h 9m
£104–341
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Colchestertrain
6h 53m
£68–173
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Warrington Central to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Colchestertrain
6h 47m
£66–192
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
5h 46m
£139–336
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane LPL - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
6h 58m
£99–272

Wigan to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.1 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Colchester via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 10m.

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