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

The cheapest way to get from Ypres to Colchester is to drive and car ferry which costs £40 - £110 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ypres to Colchester is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 3h 38m and costs £150 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Ypres and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ypres to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Ypres and arriving at Colchester via Courtrai, Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Ypres to Colchester?

The distance between Ypres and Colchester is 259 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ypres to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Ypres to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ypres to Colchester train from?

Ypres to Colchester train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ypres station.

What is the time difference between Ypres and Colchester?

Colchester is 1h behind Ypres. It is currently 2:07 PM in Ypres and 1:07 PM in Colchester.

Where does the Ypres to Colchester train arrive?

Ypres to Colchester train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ypres to Colchester by train (Eurostar), car, car train, bus, train, or car ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ypres to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
4. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
4h 46m
£99–180
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Ypres to Calaiscar
2. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Colchestercar
4h 39m
£45–102
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Ypres to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Colchestercar
3h 38m
£153–174
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Douane to Lille Europebus L91
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St. Pancras Int.train
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
5h 30m
£58–117

Ypres to Colchester by train, foot, and subway

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.8 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Ypres, Belgium and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Ypres to Colchester via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 46m.

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