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 bus and train which takes 2h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m 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.

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 12:25 PM in Basildon and 1:25 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 998+ hotels available in Colchester Town.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X10
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town / ...
2h 30m
Drive 37.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Colchester Towncar 37.9 mi
44 min
£10–14
Line 300 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
2h 47m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Colchester Towntaxi 37.9 mi
44 min
£80–95

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 48.3 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street via Bus Station in around 2h 47m.

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