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

The cheapest way to get from Ypres to Colchester is to train which costs £50 - £100 and takes 6h 8m.

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 Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Ypres to Colchester?

The distance between Ypres and Colchester is 244 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 line 86 bus and train which takes 4h 46m and costs £110 - £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 Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Lille Europe station.

What is the time difference between Ypres and Colchester?

Colchester is 1h behind Ypres. It is currently 8:51 PM in Ypres and 7:51 PM in Colchester.

Where does the Ypres to Colchester train arrive?

Ypres to Colchester train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at London St. Pancras Int. station.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1047+ hotels available in Colchester.

Ypres to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 86 bus, and car

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

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Line 86 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Curie to Gare Lille Europebus 86
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
4h 46m
£110–178
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St. Pancras Int.train Eurostar
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
6h 8m
£54–98
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
£154–175
Drive, car ferry
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
£65–132

Ypres to Colchester by train, foot, bus, and subway

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.8 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Ypres to Colchester via Wervik, Curie, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, London St. Pancras Int., King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 6h 8m.

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