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

The cheapest way to get from Beckton to Colchester is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beckton to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Beckton and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Beckton station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Beckton DLR Station and arriving at Colchester via Canning Town station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Beckton to Colchester?

The distance between Beckton and Colchester is 53 miles. The road distance is 49.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Beckton to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £26 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Beckton to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beckton to Colchester train from?

Beckton to Colchester train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Beckton DLR Station.

Where does the Beckton to Colchester train arrive?

Beckton to Colchester train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Canning Town DLR Station.

Can I drive from Beckton to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Beckton to Colchester is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Beckton to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Colchester.

Beckton to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Beckton to Colchester by train, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Beckton DLR Station to Canning Town DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 11m
£26–40
Drive 49.5 mi
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1. Drive from Beckton to Colchestercar 49.5 mi
1h 3m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Beckton to Colchestertaxi 49.5 mi
1h 3m
£210–260

Beckton to Colchester by train and subway

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.2 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a train from Beckton DLR Station to Colchester via Canning Town DLR Station, Canning Town station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 1h 11m.

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