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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Colchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Barry to Colchester?

The distance between Barry and Colchester is 210 miles. The road distance is 219.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Barry to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Colchester train from?

Barry to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Barry to Colchester train arrive?

Barry to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Barry to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Colchester is 219 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Barry to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 995+ hotels available in Colchester.

Barry to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Barry to Colchester by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 58m
£97–176
Drive 217.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barry to Colchestercar 217.9 mi
4h 16m
£54–77
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
6h 12m
£262–695
Fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain
7h 2m
£233–696
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Stationbus
7h 24m
£73–245

Barry to Colchester by train

196Weekly Trains

3h 58mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.4 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Barry to Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 58m.

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