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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Colchester is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Colchester via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Axminster to Colchester?

The distance between Axminster and Colchester is 201 miles. The road distance is 204.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Axminster to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Colchester train from?

Axminster to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Where does the Axminster to Colchester train arrive?

Axminster to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Colchester is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Axminster to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1025+ hotels available in Colchester.

Axminster to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to London WaterlooExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 53m
£42–140
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstones30
2. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddington
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
7h 43m
Drive 202.9 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Colchester202.9 mi
4h 15m
£51–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
6h 35m
£138–351

Axminster to Colchester by train and subway

116Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.2 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Axminster to Colchester via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 53m.

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