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 58m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Colchester Town?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Colchester Town. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Colchester Town via West Ham station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Basildon to Colchester Town?

The distance between Basildon and Colchester Town is 71 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 33m and costs £19 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m 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 do I catch the Basildon to Colchester Town train from?

Basildon to Colchester Town train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon 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 33m and costs £19 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 58m.

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 3:29 PM in Basildon and 4:29 PM in Colchester Town.

Where does the Basildon to Colchester Town train arrive?

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

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.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester Town?

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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 Basildon to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
2h 33m
£19–62
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 58m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Basildon to Colchester Towntaxi 37.9 mi
44 min
£80–95

Basildon to Colchester Town by train and subway

85Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.8 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Basildon to Colchester Town via West Ham, West Ham station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street via Bus Station in around 2h 58m.

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