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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Colchester is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Colchester is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Colchester via West Ham station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Basildon to Colchester?

The distance between Basildon and Colchester is 69 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £20 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Basildon to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Colchester bus from?

Basildon to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Colchester train from?

Basildon to Colchester train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Colchester?

The best way to get from Basildon to Colchester is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £20 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Basildon to Colchester bus arrive?

Basildon to Colchester bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Basildon to Colchester train arrive?

Basildon to Colchester train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Colchester is 38 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Basildon to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Basildon to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 300 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basildon to Colchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basildon to West HamShoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 20m
£20–62
Drive 37.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Colchester37.9 mi
45 min
£10–14
Line 300 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Street371 / ...
2h 43m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Colchester37.9 mi
45 min
£80–95

Basildon to Colchester by train and subway

479Weekly Services

1h 20mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.6 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Basildon to Colchester via West Ham, West Ham station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via Bus Station in around 2h 43m.

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