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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Colchester is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Colchester. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Coach Stop via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Colchester via Preston, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Colchester?

The distance between Blackpool and Colchester is 281 miles. The road distance is 254.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Blackpool to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Colchester bus from?

Blackpool to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Colchester train from?

Blackpool to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Colchester?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £70 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Blackpool to Colchester bus arrive?

Blackpool to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Colchester train arrive?

Blackpool to Colchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Colchester is 254 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Blackpool to Colchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Colchester?

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Blackpool to Colchester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Blackpool to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 5m
£71–269
Train via Peterborough #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Stansted Airport
8h 21m
£53–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway540 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Coach Station737
4. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717
9h 50m
£57–113
Drive 252.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Colchester252.8 mi
5h 10m
£62–90
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
5h 31m
£95–294
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Colchester
8h 19m
£81–221
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huyton
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station
7h 54m
£73–169
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
6h 14m
£109–348

Blackpool to Colchester by train, subway, and foot

235Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Colchester.

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Distance: 279.6 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Colchester via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Coach Stop via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Coach Station in around 9h 50m.

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