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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Colchester Town is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Colchester Town is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Colchester Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Colchester Town. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Osborne Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Basildon to Colchester Town?

The distance between Basildon and Colchester Town is 49 miles. The road distance is 38.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Colchester Town without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £17 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Basildon to Colchester Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Colchester Town bus from?

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

Train or bus from Basildon to Colchester Town?

The best way to get from Basildon to Colchester Town is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £17 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Basildon to Colchester Town bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Basildon and Colchester Town?

Colchester Town is 1h ahead of Basildon. It is currently 4:06 PM in Basildon and 5:06 PM in Colchester Town.

Can I drive from Basildon to Colchester Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Colchester Town is 38 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Basildon to Colchester Town.

Where can I stay near Colchester Town?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Colchester Town.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchester TownLondon Liverpool Street - Colchester Town / ...
2h 28m
£17–30
Drive 37.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Colchester Town37.9 mi
44 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 Osborne Street371 / ...
2h 47m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Colchester Town37.9 mi
44 min
£80–95

Basildon to Colchester Town by bus and train

83Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Shenfield to Colchester Town every 2 hours. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street via Bus Station in around 2h 47m.

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