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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Colchester is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £29 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Colchester via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Colchester?

The distance between Bournemouth and Colchester is 164 miles. The road distance is 161.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Bournemouth to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Colchester bus from?

Bournemouth to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Colchester train from?

Bournemouth to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Colchester?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Colchester bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Colchester train arrive?

Bournemouth to Colchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Colchester is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Bournemouth to Colchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 1m
£29–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stopbus 717
5h 40m
£42–99
Drive 160.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Colchestercar 160.8 mi
3h 20m
£40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
6h 1m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Colchester.

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Distance: 163.4 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Colchester via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 40m.

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