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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Colchester is to train which costs £26 - £160 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Colchester is to train via London which takes 2h 50m and costs £45 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Bristol to Colchester?

The distance between Bristol and Colchester is 175 miles. The road distance is 179.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Colchester without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 50m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Bristol to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Colchester bus from?

Bristol to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Colchester train from?

Bristol to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Colchester?

The best way to get from Bristol to Colchester is to train via London which takes 2h 50m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Bristol to Colchester bus arrive?

Bristol to Colchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Bristol to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Colchester is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Bristol to Colchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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Bristol to Colchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2h 50m
£48–194
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport
7h 1m
£26–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
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 35m
£41–77
Drive 178.6 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Colchestercar 178.6 mi
3h 21m
£43–62
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
5h 43m
£273–653

Bristol to Colchester by train

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Colchester via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 35m.

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