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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Colchester is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Colchester is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £70 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Bath to Colchester?

The distance between Bath and Colchester is 163 miles. The road distance is 170.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Bath to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Colchester train from?

Bath to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.

Where does the Bath to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bath to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Colchester is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Bath to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Colchester.

Bath to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Bath to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 38m
£73–127
Drive 169.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Colchestercar 169.5 mi
3h 35m
£43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
5h 20m
£66–120
Fly, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
6h 22m
£271–369

Bath to Colchester by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.1 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 38m.

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